Evan Calitz

Passive Fire Manager


Auckland - New Zealand
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About Evan

Evan is a highly experienced passive fire engineer specializing in providing expert consulting services. He has worked on major projects such as the 1 Queen Street redevelopment, UOA Recreation Centre, various MetLife Care projects, Mason Clinic, Lorne Street Student Accommodation, and the SMHS Adult Acute Facility at Hillmorton, to name a few. His expertise lies in ensuring that passive fire systems are designed and implemented to the highest standards, tailored to the specific needs of each project. He excels in offering buildability advice, identifying potential construction-phase challenges, and collaborating with engineers and clients to ensure that passive fire designs are fully integrated and compliant. At Crossfire, Evan continues to provide innovative and reliable passive fire protection solutions. His dedication to precision and problem-solving makes him a trusted advisor in the industry, helping clients achieve the highest level of fire protection and safety in their projects.

Education / Certifications

  • Level 3 NZQF Passive Fire certification
Areas of Expertise
Building, Fire + Life Safety Codes Passive Fire Protection Fire Safety Engineering

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Project Profiles

Hotel Indigo Auckland + 51 Albert Residences

Jensen Hughes provided passive fire consulting for Hotel Indigo which combines heritage and modern luxury in a 41-storey project.