Surface Land Supervisor - Utah

Position Summary

The Land Surface Supervisor is recognized as a technical expert at this level. Possesses expert knowledge in all aspects of surface land management across numerous E&P basins and governmental jurisdictions and can independently operate with substantial latitude for non-reviewed actions or decisions. Will serve as the project leader on all projects and development activities within a designated area, requiring extensive knowledge of surface land operations. The individual will supervise and mentor the Surface Landman in the area, foster professional development and interact with interdisciplinary team to ensure aligned objectives and goal accomplishment. Additional responsibilities include personnel management responsibilities such as evaluating performance, coaching, and training.

Essential Roles & Responsibilities

Computer/Software Applications

Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as company specific computer software and applications, including but not limited to QLS, SAP and Aucerna Execute software. Highly skilled in land research resources such as

County Government Records, AAPL Land Suite and Enverus applications.

Role-Specific Technical Knowledge & Skills

Apply vast knowledge of agreement provisions, obligations, surface laws, precedents, and government regulations. Advanced understanding of surface land management principles including knowledge of drilling, completions, and daily production operations; especially as they relate to the surface land function. Well-versed at negotiating, constructing, and presenting commercial and business contracts and agreements of market factors and costs associated with the acquisition of surface related agreements and contracts. General understanding of geological principles, operations,

reservoir engineering and basin/resource plays.

Typical Education

B.B.A. degree in Energy Management, Land Management or other Business degree.

Typical Experience

Minimum of 10 years of industry work experience.

SM Energy offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but are not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at Careers :: SM Energy Company (SM) (sm-energy.com).

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.