Director of Land
Purple Land Management (PLM) is seeking an experienced Director of Land to lead a portfolio of land services projects, client relationships, and project teams across the United States.
The Director of Land is a senior leadership position responsible for operational performance, client success, financial results, and talent development. This individual oversees multiple Project Land Managers and serves as a strategic partner to clients, company leadership, and business development efforts.
Success in this role requires a balance of leadership, business acumen, client relationship management, operational oversight, and land industry expertise. While a strong understanding of land services is essential, the primary responsibility is leading people, projects, and client relationships—not performing day-to-day land work.
PLM supports clients across oil and gas, carbon capture, direct lithium extraction, renewable energy, telecommunications, infrastructure, and other land-intensive industries.
Key Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management
Serve as the executive sponsor and senior relationship manager for assigned client accounts.
Develop and maintain trusted relationships with client stakeholders and decision-makers.
Ensure client expectations are understood, communicated, and consistently achieved.
Lead strategic client discussions regarding project objectives, staffing needs, scope changes, and future opportunities.
Support business development efforts, proposals, and account growth initiatives.
Partner with company leadership to strengthen client retention and long-term partnerships.
Operational Leadership
Oversee a portfolio of projects across multiple clients, service lines, and geographic regions.
Ensure projects are appropriately staffed, supported, and managed.
Monitor operational performance, project health, utilization, quality metrics, and client satisfaction.
Identify operational risks and implement corrective actions when necessary.
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