Scott Land & Lease jobs

October 2026

Exciting Career Opportunity!

Scott Land & Lease has immediate openings for both a Surface Land Project Manager and a Surface Land Analyst in Alberta. Launch your 2025 career with a distinguished opportunity to work alongside one of Alberta’s most reputable and experienced surface land teams.

Surface Land Project Manager

As a Surface Land Project Manager, you will oversee a dynamic portfolio of projects, primarily in the oil and gas industry. Your role will involve project management, stakeholder communication, and ensuring the successful execution of project requirements, deadlines, and schedules.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of surface projects.
• Prepare and audit documents for land acquisitions, rights-of-way, damage settlements, rental reviews, well sites, pipelines, utility rights-of-way, lease amendments, and third-party agreements.
• Create supporting land documents such as third-party line lists, surface acquisition reports, landowner line lists, public consultation reports, and notifications.
• Make Crown applications using OneStop.
• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders, including clients, landowners, regulatory officials, government agencies, and project managers.
• Prepare and update status reports to ensure accuracy and effective communication of project progress.
• Identify land requirements, mitigate risks, and ensure all project deliverables exceed client expectations.

Skills and Experience:

• Previous project coordination and leadership experience, including on large projects.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• A proven track record in managing multiple tasks and solving complex problems.
• A service-oriented approach and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of Alberta surface land procedures, legislation, D56, and regulations.

Surface Land Analyst

As a Surface Land Analyst, you will support the administration and coordination of surface land projects, working closely with clients and team members to ensure project goals are met with precision and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of documents for acquiring lands, rights-of-way, damage settlements, rental reviews, well sites, pipelines, utility rights-of-way, lease amendments, and third-party agreements.
• Support the creation of reports such as third-party line lists, surface acquisition reports, and landowner notifications.
• Audit final project packages to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and update detailed status reports for internal and client communication.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to meet project deadlines and requirements.

Skills and Experience:

• 2+ years of Surface Land experience in Alberta.
• Strong technical land skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience in a billable time environment — land broker experience is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with the ability to adapt to new software tools.
• Knowledge of Alberta surface land regulations including D56.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• This is a full-time position.
• Open to individuals interested in offering consulting services.
• Hybrid or Work-from-Home flexibility.
• Opportunities to work on new and interesting projects with top land professionals.
• A chance to make a difference on client projects in multiple industries.
• A supportive team environment with mentorship and opportunities for professional growth.
• Exciting challenges to enhance your skills and advance your career.

It’s Easy to Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter in strict confidence to: careers@scottland.ca

We thank everyone for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.