--- title: 'Surface Land Agent II/III/IV at EQT Corporation' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/surface-land-agent-ii-iii-iv-eqt-corporation-canonsburg-qppre639mxep' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Surface Land Agent II/III/IV at EQT Corporation - **Company:** EQT Corporation - **Location:** Canonsburg, PA - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-09-07 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/eqtcorporation/jobs/5412465008 ## Job description At EQT, you won't just do a job, you'll help shape our future. Through Transparent Leadership, you'll work alongside leaders who value collaboration and ensure every voice is heard. Through Connected Impact, you'll see how your work influences critical business decisions and drives value across our operations. Through Supported Growth, you'll have opportunities to expand your skills through cross-functional collaboration, development opportunities, and career advancement. Join our Qrew! The Surface Land Agent II/III/IV is responsible for acquiring and managing surface rights necessary to support upstream infrastructure projects, including well sites, facilities, and related assets. This role requires an advanced knowledge of all Surface Land related functions, including strong technical knowledge, title research, negotiation skills, and the ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. The Surface Land Agent II/III/IV responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Identify and verify surface and gas estate ownership. - Analyze, interpret, negotiate, prepare and acquire Upstream Agreements, Surface Use Agreements, Road Rights-of-Way, and other surface-related contracts. - Review and analyze title, oil and gas data, and mapping to support project development. - Provide due diligence on identified potential well sites, facility sites, and other Upstream locations. - Manage contractors and external land agents to ensure projects progress efficiently, meet deadlines, and remain within budget. - Collaborate closely with project teams including surveying, permitting, engineering, and construction to support pre-construction investigations and planning activities. - Prepare and facilitate the execution of specialized damage releases, settlement agreements, and other legal documents with required approvals. - Coordinate with internal legal counsel and third-party companies to facilitate timely and cost-effective project execution. - Support active construction and reclamation phases as needed. Required Experience and Skills: - Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a similar surface land role. - Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. - Working knowledge of the oil and gas industry, with emphasis on midstream operations. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical solutions. - Self-motivated and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat; ability to learn additional software systems. - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage professionally and effectively at all organizational levels. - Demonstrated initiative and a drive to improve processes and performance. Preferred Experience and Skills: - Experience with GIS, SmartSheet, Quorum, Salesforce, PowerBI is preferred. Work Location: - This position will primarily work remotely, with field travel required across our operating area. Selected incumbent will be placed into the position that best suits their abilities and experience level. EQT Corporation and its subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer -- Disabilities/Veterans. ## About EQT Corporation ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: EQT Corporation is a vertically integrated natural gas producer and midstream operator focused on the Appalachian Basin, committed to delivering affordable, reliable, and cleaner energy. - **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: EQT) - **Headquarters**: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA (625 Liberty Avenue) - **Founded**: Not explicitly stated in provided sources (company heritage dates to 1888 as Equitable Gas Company) - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Oil & Gas (natural gas exploration, production, and midstream) - **Target customers**: Utilities, industrial/commercial buyers, and wholesale natural gas markets (B2B) - **Mission**: “Provide energy security for the world and lower global emissions” – with a vision to be the operator of choice for all stakeholders ## Products & Services - **Natural Gas Production**: Large-scale extraction and processing of natural gas from the Marcellus and Utica shale plays in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio. - **Midstream Services**: Gathering, processing, compression, and transportation of natural gas; a $3.5 billion midstream joint venture with Blackstone Credit & Insurance was announced in November 2024. - **Commercial & Trading**: Monetization of natural gas through sales, storage, and transportation agreements. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed in provided sources (refer to SEC filings for latest data) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – not explicitly provided; EQT reported third quarter 2024 results and is a public company with regular SEC filings - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Blackstone Credit & Insurance (midstream JV) - **Growth Signals**: - Gross production volumes increased ~58% since 2018 while development costs per well decreased ~16% - Achieved net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions ahead of 2025 goal (announced October 2024) - Earned OGMP 2.0 gold standard rating from the United Nations Environment Programme - Supplies approximately 6% of total U.S. natural gas output; if ranked as a country, would be the world’s 13th largest natural gas producer ## Competitive Advantages - **Vertically integrated** in the Appalachian Basin, providing cost control and reliability across production and midstream - **Low-cost producer** with demonstrated efficiency improvements (e.g., 16% reduction in Marcellus development costs per well) - **First major U.S. traditional energy company** to achieve net zero Scope 1 & 2 emissions, setting a benchmark for ESG performance - **Scale and market position**: one of the largest natural gas producers in the United States, with a large, contiguous asset base - **Digital Work Environment (DWE)**: real-time operational dashboards (“Qrew Metrics”) tracking >3,000 metrics, enabling data-driven decisions ## Strategic Focus - **Operational excellence** through digital transformation and continuous improvement - **Low-carbon leadership**: maintaining net zero status, pursuing further emissions reductions, and expanding environmental certifications (Equitable Origin, MiQ) - **Midstream infrastructure** optimization via strategic joint ventures (e.g., Blackstone partnership) - **Long-term value creation** for all stakeholders, including communities, landowners, and investors ## Why Work Here - **Remote-first culture**: EQT is a remote-first company, leveraging a Digital Work Environment to connect employees across the country; Pittsburgh headquarters serves as a collaboration hub - **Values-driven**: core values of Trust, Teamwork, Heart, and Evolution guide day-to-day operations - **Recognized workplace**: named a Top Workplace nationally for five consecutive years (2021–2025), with awards in Compensation & Benefits, Employee Well-Being, Innovation, Leadership, Professional Development, and Purpose & Values - **Career development**: transparent leadership, visible impact, and growth opportunities in a fast-paced, agile environment - **Offices** in Canonsburg (PA), Houston (TX), Moundsville (WV), Waynesburg (PA), Williamsport (PA), Clarksburg (WV) – each offering a distinct regional lifestyle - **Notable perks**: holistic approach to well-being, community connections, and emphasis on employee feedback ## Sources 1. [EQT Corporation – Homepage](https://www.eqt.com/) 2. [EQT Corporate Profile](https://www.eqt.com/about/corporate-profile) 3. [EQT Careers – Overview](https://www.eqt.com/careers) 4. [EQT Life at EQT – Employee Experience](https://www.eqt.com/careers/life-at-eqt) 5. 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