Project Manager - Passive Fire Protection

Cake Commercial Services Ltd; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle

Mobile phone

Laptop

Comprehensive training

Job summary

Cake Commercial Services Ltd in New Zealand seeks a Project Manager to lead passive fire projects from award through to completion. The role focuses on safe delivery, schedule adherence and profitability across commercial and industrial sites in the Lower North Island.

You will manage commercial performance, coordinate subcontractors, and maintain strong client relationships while upholding quality and compliance standards. A pro-active, safety-focused leader is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in passive fire protection with strong technical knowledge of systems and compliance requirements.
• Experience in site management, supervision or project management is highly desirable.
• Budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and variations management.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and client stakeholders for delivery and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead passive fire projects from award to completion within budget, scope and programme.
• Manage labour/material costs, productivity forecasting and variations documentation.
• Develop competitive estimates by reviewing documentation and measuring quantities.
• Drive pipeline growth by identifying new opportunities and maintaining client relationships.
• Act as primary client contact to resolve design, access and technical issues.
• Oversee project close-out, including defect resolution and commercial completion.
• Direct site teams on daily planning, provide technical guidance and upskill staff.
• Coordinate resourcing plans, including labour, plant and procurement of materials.
• Ensure QA processes, ITPs, checklists and workflows are followed.

Skills

Passive fire expertise

Leadership & coordination

Commercial acumen

Client management

Quality & compliance

Tools

Aconex

Procore

CONQA

Workbench

Job description

Cake Commercial Services is a premier subcontractor specializing in Passive Fire, Intumescent, and Protective Coatings. We are known for our operational excellence and commercial discipline, delivering exceptional outcomes on some of New Zealand’s most challenging construction and infrastructure projects.

We are seeking a driven Project Manager to join our Lower North Island team. This is a pivotal role for a leader who can bridge the gap between site execution and commercial success.

Purpose of Role

Responsible for the end-to-end delivery of passive fire projects within commercial and industrial environments. This role integrates operational leadership, commercial oversight, and client management to ensure all projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in strict accordance with quality and compliance standards.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Industry Expertise: Proven experience within the passive fire protection industry is essential, with strong technical knowledge of passive fire systems, compliance requirements, and quality assurance processes. Previous experience in a site management, supervisory or project management role is highly desirable.
• Leadership & Coordination: Demonstrated ability to lead teams and coordinate subcontractors and client stakeholders to balance operational delivery with commercial outcomes.
• Commercial Acumen: Proficient in budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and variations; experience in pricing, estimating, or tendering is highly advantageous.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in project management platforms such as Aconex, Procore, CONQA, Workbench, or similar systems.
• Professional Attributes: A safety-conscious, results-driven problem solver with strong organizational, time management, and multi-tasking abilities.
• Collaborative Approach: An independent self-starter and team player committed to continuous improvement and collaborative success.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Commercial Leadership

• Lead passive fire projects from award to completion, ensuring delivery within budget, scope, and programme while maximizing profitability.
• Manage commercial performance, including labour/material costs, productivity forecasting, and the documentation and recovery of variations.
• Develop competitive estimates and quotations by reviewing documentation, measuring quantities, and selecting appropriate systems.
• Drive pipeline growth by identifying new opportunities and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and consultants to resolve design, access, and technical issues.
• Manage project close-out, including the resolution of defects and final commercial completion.

Operational Execution & Resourcing

• Direct site teams through daily planning, technical guidance, and hands-on support to ensure correct installation methods and upskilling.
• Manage resourcing plans, including labour allocation, timesheet approvals, plant, equipment, and procurement of materials.
• Develop short-term lookahead programmes aligned with client schedules.
• Coordinate staff start-ups, inductions, and ongoing performance reviews.
• Oversee project administration, including RFIs, document control, and the use of internal job management platforms.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all works comply with approved systems, manufacturer specifications, and company SOPs.
• Manage the end-to-end QA process, ensuring ITPs, checklists, and workflows (e.g., Clarinspect) are complete and audit ready.
• Identify non-standard penetrations early and coordinate solutions with fire engineers and suppliers
• Drive a proactive H&S culture by leading toolbox meetings, conducting incident investigations, and closing out OFIs.
• Conduct regular site audits and quality reviews to ensure total compliance with project requirements.

If you have a deep understanding of Passive Fire Protection and a track record of delivering projects safely, on time, and on budget, we want to hear from you.

In return, you can be sure of:

• A highly competitive salary package (includes vehicle, mobile phone and laptop).
• Comprehensive training, ongoing professional development and supervision.
• Health and life insurance packages, plus annual health checks to support your wellbeing.
  

About Cake Commercial Services:

We are extremely focused on the key areas of Health, Safety, Quality, and Environment. We place a great deal of emphasis on developing our people through continual training and promoting our Company Values of:

• Encouraging personal growth
• Being safety leaders
• Being the best at what we do
• Showing mutual respect for everyone
• Enjoying our jobs and doing an honest day’s work

Please visit our website for further information www.cakegroup.co.nz

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and be already living in New Zealand.

NO OVERSEAS CANDIDATES thank you.

If you think you fit the bill, are up for the challenge, have a clean full driver’s license and are drug and alcohol free, please apply now, attaching your CV, copies of relevant qualifications AND a Cover letter.

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY.

NO AGENCIES thank you.