PLJ Fire Design is a New Zealand fire engineering consultancy focused on practical, responsive and commercially realistic solutions.
We support projects across new developments, existing buildings, alterations and changes of use, working closely with project teams from early design through to consent and construction.
Whether you’re planning a new development, altering an existing building, changing a building’s use or responding to Council requirements, PLJ works alongside architects, builders, developers, business owners and property managers to help move projects forward with clarity and confidence.
Every project is personally led with a focus on responsive communication, practical design decisions and close coordination with the wider project team.
Our aim is to help clients navigate Building Code requirements efficiently while delivering solutions that are safe, buildable and commercially practical.
Performance-based Acceptable Solutions Fire reports for complex building projects.
Fire engineering support for building consents and the documentation required to move projects forward.
Practical fire engineering strategies for existing buildings, alterations and upgrades.
Fire engineering assessment and documentation supporting Certificates of Acceptance.
Fire and evacuation strategies that consider accessible movement and safe egress.
Emergency lighting strategies supporting safe evacuation when normal lighting is unavailable.
Practical fire safety documentation supporting ongoing building compliance and operational requirements.
Fire engineering advice when an existing building changes use, occupancy or operational requirements.
Independent fire engineering advice for architects, developers, owners and project teams.
Clear technical responses to fire engineering requests for information during the consent process.
Retail stores, tenancy alterations, shopping premises and commercial fit-outs, including alterations to existing buildings and changes of use.
Restaurants, cafés, bars and food premises, including new fit-outs, alterations, commercial kitchens, occupant load assessments and changes of use.
Practical fire engineering solutions, backed by experience and focused on achieving the right outcome for every project.
We’re proud to build lasting relationships with the clients, consultants and project teams we work alongside. Their feedback reflects our commitment to practical advice, responsive communication and delivering solutions that help projects move forward with confidence.
SharadprovidedexceptionalfireengineeringsupportformyresidentialprojectandwasinvolvedrightfromtheearlystagesthroughtoBuildingConsent.Hisadvicewaspractical,wellthoughtout,andhelpedusavoidunnecessarycostsduringtheconsentprocess,whichultimatelysavedusasignificantamountofmoney.Hecoordinatedseamlesslywiththearchitect,council,andotherconsultants,makingtheentireprocesssmoothandstress-free.Histechnicalknowledge,responsiveness,andabilitytoseethebiggerpicturemadearealdifferencetotheprojectoutcome.Iwouldhighlyrecommendhisservicesforresidentialprojects
I’vehadthepleasureofworkingwithSharadAroraandPLJDesignsonseveralgreatcommercialprojects.Hisfireengineeringexpertise,professionalism,andpracticalapproachhavemadeworkingtogetherseamless.IhighlyrecommendPLJDesignsforreliableandqualityfireengineeringconsultancy.
