Land and Contracts Lead

Waste Connections

23d

About The Position

The Land and Contracts Lead plays a key leadership role within the Land & Energy Marketing departments, overseeing surface and mineral assets, negotiating complex agreements, supporting growth activity, and driving policy and process enhancements.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Business, Land Management or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will also be considered.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating, drafting, and administering complex agreements. (i.e. Surface Leases, Mineral Agreements, Marketing Buy/Sell, Mineral Trust, etc.).
• Experience managing or mentoring junior staff or analysts (formal or informal leadership).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Flexible and capable of handling a mix of routine and non-routine tasks.
• Positive, self-motivated team player with a willingness to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment requirements

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CS Land and GeoScout is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the Land & Contracts Analyst, ensuring high-quality work output, professional development, and alignment with departmental goals.
• Develop and execute on surface and mineral land strategies to support operations and broader business objectives for assets across Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan.
• Draft, Negotiate, and amend a full range of agreements including but not limited to Crude Oil Buy/Sell, Quit Claim, Purchase & Sale, Trusts, Joint Use, Product Disposal, Surface Third Party, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and Parental Guarantees.
• Lead strategic initiatives and provide recommendations to executive leadership on M&A and organic growth opportunities.
• Coordinate project planning and acquisition of land rights for new wells, pipelines and facilities.
• Prepare cost estimates, timelines, and provide guidance to project teams.
• Ensure condensate, oil, and butane transactions and related contracts meet internal approvals and authorities.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future
• Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision
• Perks, perks, perks!
• Employee Assistance Program, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees