Senior Joint Venture Representative

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We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.

We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.

We strive to make a significant difference in the communities where we live and operate. We create an inclusive environment that values all voices and opinions. Together, the different backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and perspectives of our employees drive our success.

Job Summary

Job Description

About ConocoPhillips:

ConocoPhillips is one of the world’s leading exploration and production companies based on both production and reserves, with a globally diversified asset portfolio. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, ConocoPhillips has approximately 9,600 employees supporting operations and activities in 13 countries. In , production averaged 1,738 MBOED, and proved reserves were 6.6 BBOE.

In Canada, we can trace our history back over 110 years. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, our current investment programs are focused on the operated Surmont oil sands development in the Athabasca region of northeast Alberta and the liquids rich Montney unconventional play in northeast British Columbia. Our production averaged 85 MBOED in and proved reserves were 0.2 BBOE.

Our story demonstrates our commitment to the community, our innovative approach to technology and our adaptability during the changes faced by our industry. Within our Calgary office, we have implemented a Hybrid Office Work program, which offers eligible employees flexibility with the option of working remotely on Wednesdays and Fridays. We believe that diverse opinions, ideas, and perspectives are what fuels innovation, and we reinforce this belief through a DEI Council of employees, a culture of psychological safety and an Engagement Network, to name a few. Our workforce represents the international communities in which we live and work, bringing together talented people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consistent with our focus on excellence, ConocoPhillips continues to discover and develop best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion – for the good of our enterprise, our employees, our vendors, and our communities. 

Description:

ConocoPhillips Canada is hiring a Joint Venture Representative, reporting to the Director, Commercial & Joint Venture. The Joint Venture Representative plays a key role in negotiating and managing our joint venture relationships. This has the potential to include several major agreements, and the successful candidate will participate in and represent ConocoPhillips Canada’s view in ongoing industry meetings. The Joint Venture Representative will work with operations and development teams to understand production forecasts and ensure proposed revisions and extensions to service agreements are in line with our plans. This role also collaborates with business support functions such as Finance, Legal and Low Carbon.

This role is based out of Calgary on a Monday to Friday optional hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities:

  • Represent ConocoPhillips Canada in the Pathways meetings, Commercial and/or Economic Participation meetings, supporting the Director Commercial and Joint Venture. Ensure internal alignment and influence direction with external stakeholders.
  • Provide Commercial oversight to Montney Electrification Initiative, as well as other Commercial non operated initiatives.
  • Coordinate with the Asset Team to work with partners in wells to optimize CPC infrastructure capital investment.
  • Lead negotiations and terms of joint interest related agreements.
  • Identify and lead negotiation of new CO&O and Unit/Unit Op Agreements, including amendments to existing as may be required from time to time.
  • Provide expertise on assumptions required for developing project economics.
  • Understand partner and third-party business objectives, strategies, and drilling/project activities to identify opportunities and to take actions to protect CPC interests.
  • Perform simple cash flow analyses to screen opportunities and inform negotiations.
  • Develop and maintain effective internal and external networks, including field visits.
  • Ensure proper administration of all agreements.
  • Understand and demonstrate CPC Safety, People, Integrity, Responsibility, Innovation, and Teamwork (S.P.I.R.I.T) values.

Required Qualifications:

  • University Degree or equivalent.
  • Petroleum Joint Venture Association (PJVA) agreement courses and seminars or equivalent.
  • 15 years of Oil and Gas experience.
  • Commercial Negotiation experience and strong Commercial acumen required.
  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate with and influence outcomes with numerous partners.
  • Experience in economic analysis. Thorough understanding of common economic metrics.
  • Direct Joint Interest experience and thorough knowledge of Joint Interest agreements.
  • Occasional travel to Fort St. John and the Montney facilities
  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication skills, including full command of written and spoken English, essential.
  • Leadership experience
  • Competency in CS Explorer, Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, and ArcGIS or AccuMap.

To be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature before 11:59pm the day before the “Apply Before” date.

Current employees: Please ensure you have discussed your intent to apply with your current supervisor prior to applying for any internal position.

For information on our Sustainable Development performance in Canada, visit www.cpcsustainability.ca.

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply Before: 

October 16,

Sponsorship:

ConocoPhillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the country where this job is located is NOT available for this position.

EEO:

ConocoPhillips is an equal opportunity employer.