Project Land Professional

WATER & ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGIES INC • Sheridan, WY

7d • $70,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Water & Environmental Technologies (WET) is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Project Land Professional for its Land Services team in Sheridan, Wyoming. The role supports the Land Services Manager with planning, development, coordination, and management of land-related projects from inception through completion. The position conducts title research and analysis, organizes project documentation, and serves as a liaison among clients, project teams, consultants, and internal staff to help ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements and industry standards.

The successful candidate will manage multiple projects and competing priorities, conduct title research and records examination, prepare ownership summaries, maintain project records, support client relationships, and contribute to the success of the Land Services team. The role offers professional growth opportunities, including eligibility to attend Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law institutes and pursue Registered Professional Landman or Certified Professional Landman certification.

Work includes travel to research sites and client locations as business needs require, with occasional overnight stays. Office duties involve prolonged sitting and standing while reviewing project data, preparing reports, and managing documentation. Occasional physical activity may include walking, climbing, squatting, reaching, lifting, and retrieving files, record books, or equipment. The employee will frequently interact with clients, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal teams, and must comply with company and site-specific safety requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Political Science, Land or Energy Management, History, Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline.
• Five or more years of professional land work experience, including collaboration with in-house professionals, contractors, third-party consultants, field personnel, and legal counsel.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Eligibility to obtain Registered Professional Landman (RPL) or Certified Professional Landman (CPL) certification through the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL).
• Strong project planning, organization, and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with clients, consultants, contractors, and team members.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional technical reports.
• Familiarity with the Public Land Survey System (PLSS).
• Familiarity with researching ownership of mineral and real property interests through public records.
• Ability to research and interpret governmental records, regulations, and industry requirements.
• Basic knowledge of mining, land development, hydrogeology, engineering design, permitting, and environmental considerations.
• Ability to learn and use CAD and GIS technologies for drafting and mapping.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat and/or Bluebeam, AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS (basic understanding), and Microsoft Visio or equivalent flowchart software.
• Effective internet research skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Professional integrity, accountability, sound judgment, and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel to research sites and remote locations.
• Ability to comply with company, client, industry, and site-specific safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Attendance at one or more FNREL (formerly RMMLF) institutes or trainings focused on title research, mineral law, and/or rights of way and easements.
• Field experience in rural, mining, or agricultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager of Land Services and Senior Land Professionals with project planning, acquisition, development, implementation, and closeout.
• Coordinate and collaborate with project team members to support successful project execution.
• Manage assigned tasks in compliance with contract requirements, schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Conduct title research and records examination, draft record ownership summaries, and perform other requested due diligence.
• Organize and maintain project documentation, mapping, reports, and records in accordance with company standards.
• Monitor project budgets, job costing, and billable hours.
• Track and enter project time accurately each day.
• Investigate and resolve project issues while communicating effectively with clients and project stakeholders.
• Prepare accurate, professional reports, maps, analyses, and presentations.
• Develop proficiency in drafting and mapping technologies.
• Support invoicing and project financial reporting by providing accurate project information.
• Maintain productive working relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and coworkers.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior Land Services staff.
• Comply with company, client, industry, and site-specific safety requirements, including MSHA training when required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client information, project data, reports, and proprietary materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager of Land Services.
• Manage assigned tasks independently while maintaining accuracy, organization, and efficiency.
• Support proposal preparation and project planning as needed.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Parental and other leave types.
• Company-paid and voluntary life and disability insurance.
• Professional development and educational assistance.
• Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Dependent Care Accounts.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level