Erin Richards has extensive experience in environmental science and contaminated land management, currently serving as Technical Director and Service Leader for Contaminated Land at Pattle Delamore Partners since March 2014. Prior to this role, Erin worked as a Senior Environmental Scientist at ERM from August 2009 to March 2014, during which time served as a contract remediation project manager for Mobil Oil New Zealand Limited. Erin's earlier career includes positions as a Senior Environmental Scientist at URS Corporation and as an Exploration Geologist at Newmont Mining Corporation. Erin began professional endeavors with research at The University of Auckland after completing a Master's degree in Geology with first-class honors. Education includes a Bachelor's degree from The University of Auckland and secondary schooling at Whangarei Girls High School.