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Paramount Field Services, LLC

Due Diligence Landman

POSITION SUMMARY Paramount Field Services is seeking a Due Diligence Landman to join our land team on a full time, independent contractor basis. This role is responsible for researching and verifying ...

Talos Energy

Landman

Houston, TX · On-site

The Landman is responsible for all assigned onshore and offshore land and commercial activities ... Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Land Management, Energy Commerce, or a closely related field ...

Paramount Field Services, LLC

WI · On-site

$95 - $120/hr

Senior Landman, Oil & Gas Title Paramount Field Services | Position Summary Paramount Field Services is seeking an experienced Senior Landman to lead title research, curative work, and client facing ...

Mewbourne Oil Company

Administrative Landman

Tyler, TX · On-site

Bachelor's degree in a related field. * 1 to 3 years of landman experience or other industry-related experience. * A strong understanding of real property and probate laws in New Mexico, Texas, or ...

Paramount Field Services, LLC

Oil & Gas HBP Landman

Oil & Gas Landman HBP Pros Wanted | Communication > Telepathy Are you the kind of Landman who can untangle Held By Production like it's second nature-and actually enjoy explaining it to clients and ...

Paramount Field Services, LLC

Senior Title Landman

Senior Landman, Oil & Gas Title Paramount Field Services | Position Summary Paramount Field Services is seeking an experienced Senior Landman to lead title research, curative work, and client facing ...

Talos Energy

Landman

Houston, TX

The Landman is responsible for all assigned onshore and offshore land and commercial activities ... Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Land Management, Energy Commerce, or a closely related field ...

Mewbourne Oil Co

Administrative Landman

Tyler, TX · On-site

Education/Experience • Bachelor's degree in a related field. • 1 to 3 years of landman experience or other industry-related experience. • A strong understanding of real property and probate ...

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How much do field landman jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for field landman in the United States is $25.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a field landman?

A Field Landman is a professional who researches land and mineral ownership, negotiates leases, and ensures compliance with regulations in the oil, gas, and energy industries. They work in the field reviewing courthouse records, mapping property boundaries, and coordinating with landowners to secure drilling or exploration rights. Field Landmen play a key role in securing legal agreements that allow companies to explore and extract natural resources. Their work involves travel, extensive research, and strong negotiation skills.

What does a field landman do?

A typical day for a Field Landman involves traveling to project sites and county courthouses to research land records, meeting with property owners to negotiate agreements, and preparing detailed reports and documentation. Much of your time will be spent verifying property and mineral titles, resolving ownership issues, and drafting legal documents related to leases or right-of-way. Field Landmen often work independently, but they also collaborate with legal teams, surveyors, and project managers to ensure that all land agreements align with company goals and regulatory requirements. This blend of fieldwork, negotiation, and documentation makes for a dynamic and varied work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a field landman?

To thrive as a Field Landman, you need strong knowledge of land and mineral rights, real estate contracts, property title research, and relevant state and federal regulations, often backed by a degree in energy management, land management, or related experience. Familiarity with land management software, GIS mapping tools, title databases, and certification (such as through the AAPL) are commonly expected. Excellent communication, negotiation skills, and attention to detail are crucial for building rapport with landowners and accurately documenting agreements. These competencies are vital to efficiently securing property rights and ensuring compliance in oil, gas, or renewable energy development projects.

How do I get a job as a field landman?

To become a field landman, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers preferring a college degree in geology, law, or related fields. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions in land or oil and gas industries is valuable, and strong negotiation, communication, and knowledge of land laws are essential skills. Certification programs or training courses can also enhance job prospects in this field.

Is a landman a good career?

A landman is a professional who negotiates and manages land and mineral rights for energy companies, often working in the oil and gas industry. The role typically requires strong negotiation skills, knowledge of property law, and the ability to work independently in the field. It can be a stable career with opportunities for advancement, but it may involve irregular hours and travel.
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Infographic showing various Field Landman job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 6% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 88% In-person, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,387 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Renewable Land Agent / Landman - Wind & BESS - (Field-Based)

Purple Land Management

Fargo, ND • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Renewable Land Agent / Landman to lead land outreach, community relations, and site control acquisition for utility-scale wind assets and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This role focuses on managing designated project areas across target Areas of Interest (AOIs) in Northwest Minnesota and the Eastern Dakotas to support upcoming phases of project development.
Responsibilities

  • Landowner Outreach & Optioning: Initiate contact, build local relationships, and negotiate options to lease, long-term lease agreements, and easements with private landowners.

  • Site Control Strategy: Execute acquisition strategies to successfully assemble the contiguous acreage footprints required for utility-scale wind assets.

  • Title & Risk Mitigation: Perform surface title reviews, analyze tract maps, identify encumbrances, and secure mineral non-development or accommodation waivers to protect the project layout.

  • Community & Stakeholder Relations: Act as the primary face of the project in the field, navigating local community dynamics, agricultural concerns, and public permitting requirements.

Requirements

  • Experience: Field landman experience with a documented track record in utility-scale wind or solar land acquisition.

  • Regional Expertise: Strong working knowledge of real estate, agricultural land dynamics, and tract mapping in Minnesota and/or the Dakotas.

  • Technical Skills: Proficient in option and lease negotiation, contract structuring, title curative work, and reviewing GIS/mapping data.

  • Logistics: Field-based, on-site position based out of Fargo, ND and the surrounding areas, requiring daily regional travel to target project locations. Reliable transportation suitable for field travel is required.

Company Description
Purple Land Management, LLC ("Purple") is one of the nation's largest tech-enabled providers of land services that negotiates the buying, selling, and leasing of energy rights, determines and cures title, prepares mineral ownership reports, and performs other related services required for all types of energy companies. Overdrive, Purple's proprietary software-as-a-service ("SaaS"), allows customers to track lease, well, and contract data in a web-based geographic information system ("GIS") mapping platform powered by ESRI, a leader in GIS mapping software. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, and founded in 2010, Purple has the financial support of Satori Capital, a Texas-based multi-strategy investment firm founded upon the principles of conscious capitalism. Satori's private equity business partners with leadership teams of companies that operate with a long-term perspective, commit to their mission, and create value for all stakeholders.
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