Senior Land Representative

Company SummarySMLP is a value-driven limited partnership focused on developing, owning and operating midstream energy infrastructure assets that are strategically located in the core producing areas of unconventional resource basins, primarily shale formations, in the continental United States. SMLP provides natural gas, crude oil and produced water gathering, processing and transportation services pursuant to primarily long-term, fee-based agreements with customers and counterparties in five unconventional resource basins: (i) the Appalachian Basin, which includes the Utica and Marcellus shale formations in Ohio and West Virginia; (ii) the Williston Basin, which includes the Bakken and Three Forks shale formations in North Dakota; (iii) the Denver-Julesburg Basin, which includes the Niobrara and Codell shale formations in Colorado and Wyoming; (iv) the Fort Worth Basin, which includes the Barnett Shale formation in Texas; and (v) the Piceance Basin, which includes the Mesaverde formation as well as the Mancos and Niobrara shale formations in Colorado. SMLP has an equity method investment in Double E Pipeline, LLC, which provides interstate natural gas transportation service from multiple receipt points in the Delaware Basin to various delivery points in and around the Waha Hub in Texas. SMLP also has an equity method investment in Ohio Gathering, which operates extensive natural gas gathering and condensate stabilization infrastructure in the Utica Shale in Ohio. SMLP is headquartered in Houston, TexasSummit Midstream is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.Relocation: No Relocation assistance provided.Work schedule: hybrid schedule (office/remote)Work Sponsorship: Summit Midstream will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the Company receiving satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, a criminal background check, and reference checks and your satisfaction of all other applicable fitness for duty requirements.Summary:The Sr. Land Representative will be responsible for acquiring necessary land rights for pipelines and providing land input for permitting, environmental and regulatory compliance. The individual will research land ownerships, formulate strategies, and negotiate with landowners. The Land Representative will present land information to Management for input and purchasing. The individual will work in a team environment to help develop projects and acquire assets.Principle Duties & Responsibilities:Negotiates the acquisition of easements and other property interests as necessary to accommodate the construction, operation, and maintenance of natural gas pipelines and related facilities for FERC regulated and non-regulated projectsManage right-of-way related activities and compliance measures associated with a project from concept to completionPrepares right-of-way related cost estimates associated with land, permitting and right-of-way acquisition projects.Identify project landowners by using company and public records. Notify landowners as required by FERC regulations and Company PolicyResearch, review and analyze land title. Identify title defects and outline curative measures to ensure marketable title of company assets.Acquire/Divest propertyAcquire road, railroad and utility permitsServes as liaison between internal departments, developers, cities, counties, etc., in support of right-of-way activities.Resolves encroachments, damage claims, reimbursement agreements, and landowner complaints and inquiries at a minimal cost to companyDevelop and maintain a positive working relationship with Land Administration, Project Management, Construction, Regulatory and Operations personnelSupport public awareness programs run by field operations and outreach activities related to project executionManage outside consultants in the acquisition of rights and other duties required for projectsOrganize and monitor the progress of right-of-way work assignments for multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.Support departmental improvement and standardization initiatives including documenting processes, including data entry as needed.Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees and the public.Carries out other duties as assignedEducation & Experience:High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is requiredBachelor’s degree in business or related field; Senior Right of Way Professional certification is preferred7-10 years' experience in an Oil & Gas, Land or Midstream Land position with a broad knowledge and understanding of the Oil & Gas, Midstream, and Exploration/Production industryKnowledge Skills & Abilities:Ability to work as a Team member supporting right of way initiatives on multiple FERC-regulated and non-regulated projects simultaneouslyAbility to meet schedules, manage budgets, execute deliverables and communicate with Project Teams to meet project goalsUnderstanding of basic land ownership and title searches at municipal and county repositories, including using electronic access methodsUnderstanding of real property documents, such as deeds, easements, leases, options, etc.Strong detail orientation to assure agreements cover financial, operational and legal concernsPlanning and organization skillsTravel may be requiredExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to adapt quickly to a fast-paced & dynamic work environmentAbility to interact effectively with all levels of management and staffStrong negotiation, conflict-management, and interpersonal skillsMust have a valid driver license with acceptable driving recordPhysical Demands and Working Conditions:Ability to lift items, stand & sit for prolonged periods of time when in an office environmentAbility to speak, read & write English proficiently and deliver and/or interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram or schedule formAbility to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessarySummit Midstream offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Company Paid HolidaysDiscretionary Performance BonusMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceEmployer supplemented Health Savings AccountFlexible Benefit PlanBasic Term Life InsuranceVoluntary Term Life and AD&D InsuranceEmployer Short & Long-Term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Plan (EAP)Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident InsuranceWellness Incentive Program5% Retirement Plan MatchNoticeSummit Midstream Partners will not pay a fee of any kind to any third party agency without a valid Summit Midstream Partners’ Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, application or other form of candidate submission to any employee of Summit Midstream Partners, without a valid MSA on file, will be considered property of Summit Midstream Partners and no fee will be paid.Are you ready to join a fast-paced, growth oriented midstream company, then apply today!Not yet ready to apply? That’s okay! Learn more about us on LinkedIn***No phone calls or email, please.***No Agency Calls and /or submissions will be accepted