Sr Landman

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 highly experienced and strategic Land professional to join our team in a senior role supporting surface land activities across a complex and evolving portfolio. This position is ideal for a seasoned 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

• 12+ 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.