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We put the unity in 'opportunity.'Opportunity Snapshot:Compensation: $30-35.00/hourLocation: Houston, TX (Downtown)Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours +, in officeDuration: 12 months+Benefits: Comprehensive insurance including medical, vision and dental, and 401kReview and interpret lease agreements to ensure accurate understanding of payment obligations and land use termsProcess periodic lease payments in a timely and accurate manner, strictly adhering to contractual terms to avoid missed or incorrect paymentsCollaborate cross-functionally with Land Representatives, Accounting, Operations, Financial Reporting, Audit, Legal, Commercial, Facilities, and Tax departments to resolve issues and ensure smooth operationsMaintain and update lease records including critical dates, payment schedules, land descriptions, and supporting documentation in the Land databaseUtilize digital mapping tools such as Google Earth and ArcGIS to visualize land parcels, boundaries, and rights-of-way for accurate land rights managementInitiate and prepare lease renewals and terminations, including coordination with government entities such as the Texas General Land Office, Port of Houston Authority, and State of New MexicoInterpret and communicate contract rights and obligations to internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity and complianceResearch pipeline facility information and calculate CPI adjustments for lease payments.Respond to ownership changes and payment inquiries, ensuring accuracy and professionalism in all communicationsReview and manage both physical and digital lease files for monthly payment reporting and audit readinessBachelor's degree or equivalent experience in surface lease contract administration, land management, or accounts payableMidstream land terminology expertise who understands the nuances of midstream agreements, avoids reliance on upstream terminology, and understands their role in land and pipeline operationsAdvanced Microsoft Excel proficiency: Skilled in formulas, VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data reconciliationExperience with Quorum Land System or similar land administration software preferredProactive communicator with strong organization skills who takes initiative and full responsibility for assigned projects from start to finishCapable of resolving complex issues involving multiple layers of errors or conflicting dataComfortable navigating and balancing workload across multiple platforms and databasesAble to follow instructions accurately, even after multiple discussions or iterationsEnsures precision in payment processing, recordkeeping, and contract interpretationCertificate in Land Management or equivalent professional credentialKnowledge of easement and ROW agreement setup and database managementExperience in Midstream Energy contracts, especially related to surface rights and Oracle systemsMembership in professional associations such as AAPL or IRWAComfortable navigating ambiguity and making sound decisions in gray areas.The Bergaila Way:The Bergaila Companies is a nationally recognized leader in providing staffing services to all sectors of the energy industry. We continually focus on partnering with talented professionals, engineering the perfect fit between our clients and employees. Choosing a career path with Bergaila grants you immediate access to nationally recognized organizations we partner with. Bergaila consistently attracts and retains its Employees with our dedicated internal service team, top tier benefits programs for contractors and their families, and commitment to place you in the desired career of your choice.Client Overview:Our client is one of Noth America's largest Midstream Oil & gas companies. A publicly traded company they are a leading provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL's), crude oil, and refined products/petrochemicals.