Staff Landman – DJ Basin Surface

Job overview

The Staff Landman – DJ Basin Surface role is onsite in Denver, CO, and based in the Denver and Windsor offices, with regular travel to DJ Basin field locations. Compensation is listed as $136,850 to $203,700 per year. The role supports SM Energy’s DJ Basin development and operations through the Surface Land team. The landman independently manages surface land assignments, negotiating and administering agreements and coordinating with landowners, agencies, and internal teams. This work supports new development and ongoing operations while addressing property rights, approvals, project economics, and compliance requirements.

What you'll do

• Negotiate and administer surface use, rights-of-way, easement, and access agreements
• manage landowner and community relationships
• coordinate with internal teams and government agencies
• review title and property records
• manage concurrent projects
• assess transaction costs and business implications
• prepare documentation and reports
• and follow environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

landman

surface land

dj basin

denver co

sm energy

surface use agreements

rights-of-way

easements

landowner relations

title research

oil and gas

regular field travel

$136,850–$203,700 annually

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development, and work-situation allowances.

Why this role

Requires at least seven years of oil and gas landman experience, including surface land acquisition, negotiation, and agreement administration. DJ Basin or Colorado surface land experience is strongly preferred. Regular travel to DJ Basin field locations is required.

About the employer

SM-Energy Company is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Activities Related to Real Estate. Sector: 53.