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How much do chief oil & gas jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief oil & gas in the United States is $124,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Chief Oil & Gas executive do?

A Chief Oil & Gas executive, often titled Chief Executive Officer or President of an oil and gas company, is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operations, and financial performance of the organization. They make high-level decisions regarding exploration, production, safety, regulatory compliance, and investments. Their role also includes managing relationships with stakeholders, ensuring adherence to environmental standards, and guiding the company through industry challenges. Effective leadership and deep industry knowledge are crucial for this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chief Oil & Gas executive?

To thrive as a Chief Oil & Gas Executive, you need extensive experience in the energy sector, a degree in engineering or business, and strong leadership abilities. Familiarity with industry-specific software, financial modeling tools, and regulatory compliance systems is crucial. Strategic thinking, negotiation, and excellent communication skills are essential soft skills for driving company growth and managing diverse teams. These competencies are vital for making high-stakes decisions, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining regulatory and stakeholder relationships in a complex, high-risk industry.

What are the typical leadership challenges faced by a Chief Oil & Gas executive in managing cross-functional teams?

A Chief Oil & Gas executive often leads large, multidisciplinary teams comprising geologists, engineers, financial analysts, and regulatory experts. One common challenge is ensuring clear communication and alignment across departments with differing priorities and technical languages. Balancing operational efficiency, safety standards, and regulatory compliance while maintaining team morale can be complex. Effective leaders foster collaboration, set clear goals, and create an environment where diverse expertise is valued and integrated into strategic decisions.

What is the difference between Chief Oil & Gas vs Petroleum Engineer?

AspectChief Oil & GasPetroleum Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or geology, extensive industry experienceBachelor's or master's in petroleum engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentExecutive leadership in oil and gas companies, overseeing operationsField and office work, focusing on designing and implementing extraction methods
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in corporate leadership roles within oil and gas companiesCommonly employed in exploration, drilling, and production teams

While a Chief Oil & Gas holds executive responsibilities overseeing entire operations, a Petroleum Engineer focuses on technical aspects like designing extraction processes. Both roles require relevant engineering credentials, but the Chief role involves strategic decision-making at the leadership level, whereas Petroleum Engineers are more hands-on with technical tasks.

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Infographic showing various Chief Oil & Gas job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,409 per year, or $59.8 per hour.

Land Survey Crew Chief - Sidney

Uintah Engineering and Land Surveying

Champaign, IL

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

UINTAH is looking for a Crew Chief or Land Surveyor to RELOCATE to Sidney, Montana

(This is a direct-hire or W2 position, we will NOT consider contract candidates for this role)


If you are an experienced surveyor, Survey Crew Chief or Party Chief, and are passionate about staking and surveying land, we want to hear from you!


WE ARE UNABLE TO PURSUE CANDIDATES THAT WOULD REQUIRE U.S. VISA SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME.


STARTING PAY IS BASED ON EXPERIENCE


Uintah Engineering & Land Surveying (UELS) is a major provider of land surveying, drafting and civil engineering services mainly for the Oil & Gas industries. UELS specializes in the layout and design of well-locations, roads, pipelines, evaporation ponds, compressor sites and all related facilities. UELS prepares field maps, documents used in the APD, access permits, stream crossing applications, floodplain studies, structural designs, and design plans and specifications. Our Surveyors use mostly Trimble GPS Surveying products. Work Remotely - Work in the field most of the time, frequently reports to a main office.

Crew Chief / Party Chief / Surveyor:

  • Stake well locations
  • Survey section corners
  • Establish section corners
  • Stake access roads (which may include slope staking access roads and well location pads).
  • Stake pipelines and right-of-ways
  • Perform topographic surveys and x-sectioning.


Pre-employment and random drug testing is required and all applicants must have a valid driver's license with an MVR that meets the company's requirements.
Excellent opportunity to work for a company that has been providing services since 1964!


Junior Crew Chief / Party Chief / Surveyor Qualifications:

  • Surveyor needs a minimum of 6-12 months of experience as a Survey Assistant or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Crew Chief / Party Chief / Surveyor Qualifications:

  • Surveyor needs a minimum of 2 years' experience with Trimble GPS Surveying Products, boundary staking, stake corners, stake well locations, etc.
  • Surveyor needs experience in in Cadastral Surveying, Oil & Gas and Construction Staking

Benefits:

  • 401(k) match
  • Health Insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid)
  • Dental insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid)
  • Health savings account
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program


Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift (M-F)


Must be able to reliably commute to or willing to relocate to Sidney, Montana, with an employer-provided relocation package


UELS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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