Jade is an industry leading engineer, and a founder of Kirk Roberts Consulting. Established in 2006, Kirk Roberts has expanded to five offices across New Zealand with a growing team of multi-disciplinary experts and consultants. An innovative leader, Jade specialises in complex engineering and large-scale project developments.

Renowned for his technical expertise and broad industry knowledge Jade’s experience has enabled the company to develop from a small consultancy to New Zealand’s leading medium-sized engineering practice. He is keenly involved in design while providing strategic leadership.

Outside of work, he thrives when pushing his boundaries on the slopes, rugby field and in the surf. In his words, anything his insurance company doesn’t like.

“We’re proud to have created a company with excellent technical competency and quality for clients; one that drives innovation, looks after its employees and has an exceptional culture.”

Nik George leads our South Island team. A structural engineer with over 25 years experience with a strong multidiscipline focus, Nik has worked in the UK on projects ranging in value from $0.5M to $100M across most major sectors. He came to New Zealand in 2012 to work on the Christchurch rebuild. Having settled in New Zealand his role has progressed through the management of national discipline teams to the current role of supporting our 70 staff in Christchurch.

Outside of work he enjoys squash, boating and sea fishing.

“Bringing everyone’s different ideas into focus is a passion for me. Creating and delivering efficient and cost effective solution for our clients is a fundamental driving force.”

With over 20 years of experience across a wide range of industries both in North America and New Zealand, Jordan brings a practical approach to his engineering solutions. Jordan applies cost-effective solutions that consider more than just the typical geotechnical issues. His hands-on approach means he is involved in all stages of a project.

As a natural team builder, Jordan has developed our Geotechnical, Civil, and Environmental teams from a small group of 3-4 engineers in 2015, to now being recognised as a significant leader in the supply of Geotechnical, Civil, and Environmental Solutions within New Zealand.

Out of the office, Jordan enjoys competing in ultimate (frisbee), golf (both the traditional form and the disc form), racket sports, exploring New Zealand with his young family, and introducing people to the world of modern board games.

Aidan is the national manager for Specifi, an online structural engineering tool, as well as a structural manager for Christchurch. Aidan’s comprehensive knowledge of the construction and engineering industry is further enhanced by his expertise in low-rise residential buildings. He leads a vibrant young team, who are always excited to learn more and enjoy being faced with a challenge.

Aidan is kept busy at home with three young boys of his own. He loves to get outside walking, running, biking, or skiing.

“In this ever-changing industry technology has become a very important component in finding the best solutions and staying ahead of competition. At Kirk Roberts, we believe it is important to invest in the digital future.”

Firas is a Technical Director – Geotechnical and Chartered Professional Geotechnical Engineer (CPEng) with over 20 years of experience across New Zealand and overseas. His main focus is to offer practical, effective geotechnical advice that enables clients to make informed decisions. Firas has developed and led the geotechnical engineering team in Christchurch and provides technical support to the wider geotechnical teams across our regional offices and collaborates with other disciplines to ensure smooth work delivery.

Firas is a committed team player and a skilled leader who understands that achieving success relies on understanding the unique challenge of each project and effective communication between all parties at all levels.

James is the Environmental Department Manager based in Christchurch and provides support Nationwide. He is a Certified Environmental Practitioner with experience in the UK and New Zealand in a wide range of complex earthwork, commercial and industrial land development projects.

With a combined environmental and geotechnical background, together with earthwork and civil construction experience, James is able to offer clients effective and practical site management, remediation, and earthwork engineering solutions.  Since joining Kirk Roberts in 2016, James has developed the environmental engineering department, now offering work nationwide for clients ranging from private land-owners, earthwork contractors, multi-national corporations, and Government entities.

Outside of work, James enjoys surfing, rock climbing, and travel.

Rui provides trusted technical support and leadership to his Christchurch-based team. His technical expertise means he is often called upon to provide input into nationwide technical development and standards within Kirk Roberts.

Rui’s valuable engineering design and excellence have seen him work across a variety of complex projects in a range of sectors. He has also been involved in numerous assessments of existing buildings and the subsequent strengthening and retrofit design works. Rui understands that consistent communication is crucial in creating the best outcome for project stakeholders, and collaborates with the various parties across all project phases to ensure this.

Outside of work, you’ll find Rui spending time with his young family, on his bike, or tinkering in the garage.

Saxon is responsible for the day-to-day technical and managerial operations of the commercial structural department.  He is highly skilled in all aspects of structural design and analysis and has broad experience displayed primarily in the design and assessment of commercial, low to medium rise construction.

Stephanie is a Registered Architect with more than 20 years experience working on a broad range of projects from commercial, retail, healthcare and education.

Stephanie places a particular focus on the sustainable aspects of any given project and has developed knowledge in the integration of these into projects. Her skills and experience, particularly through the later developed design and documentation stages make her an essential part of our proposed design team.

Outside of work Stephanie loves trail running up in the Port Hills and around the country when travelling with family and friends.

“To me Architecture is a team effort, working together to create amazing spaces for everyone to enjoy.”