Surface Landman
Suncor · Calgary
At Suncor, we produce and provide energy.
When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.
We are seeking a experienced and strategic Land professional to join our team supporting surface land activities across a complex and evolving portfolio. This position is ideal for a Landman who brings deep technical expertise in Crown and freehold surface rights, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to influence outcomes across multidisciplinary teams. You will play a critical role in enabling development and operational success by providing trusted advice, leading land strategies, and supporting key business initiatives from planning through execution.
We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work.
- Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching
- Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being
- Generous time-off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your development
Minimum Requirements:
- 5+ years of progressive industry experience, supported by post-secondary education in Land Management or a related discipline
- Deep expertise in surface land acquisition, maintenance, and termination activities
- Advanced knowledge of Crown land processes, including OneStop and Electronic Disposition System applications
- Strong understanding of applicable land regulations, policies, and industry practices
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships and collaborate effectively with internal teams, regulators, landowners, and other external stakeholders
- Proficiency with land systems, mapping tools, and GIS-related applications
- Demonstrated ability to provide strategic advice, influence outcomes, and support complex project execution
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
- In Situ or oil sands experience is considered a strong asset
Don’t have all the qualifications listed? That’s ok! Apply anyway. We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the administration and stewardship of existing surface rights, providing expert guidance and strategic surface land advice to support project execution and broader business objectives
- Interpret and apply complex land regulations, policies, procedures, and industry best practices to development and operational activities
- Support new development initiatives and commercial opportunities by identifying land requirements, risks, constraints, and execution strategies
- Manage Crown land applications within designated project areas, including OneStop/Electronic Disposition System submissions, disposition renewals, and site entry processes
- Identify and assess third-party interests, obligations, and constraints, and prepare land release packages to support construction and licensing activities
- Contribute to land acquisition and administration strategies, procedures, agreement development, and cost estimates
- Provide mentorship, coaching, and technical leadership to land team members, helping drive consistency, capability, and operational excellence across the organization
- Influence stakeholders and cross-functional project teams to align on land strategies and priorities, with or without direct authority
Location and other Key details:
- The position will be based at the Calgary head office, located in the Suncor Energy Center at 150 – 6th Ave S.W
- Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday with business travel to sites as required
- Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines, and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work
Think we are a fit? Apply now!
Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.