Benjamin Ralph
About Benjamin Ralph
Benjamin Ralph is an Associate Partner and Head of Fire Safety at Foster + Partners in London, a position he has held since 2019. He previously worked at Tenos and the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and he earned a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Edinburgh.
Work at Foster and Partners
Benjamin Ralph serves as the Associate Partner and Head of Fire Safety at Foster + Partners, a prominent architecture and design firm based in London. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the firm's commitment to innovative design and safety standards. His role involves overseeing fire safety engineering practices, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing safety protocols across various projects.
Previous Experience in Fire Safety Engineering
Before joining Foster + Partners, Benjamin Ralph worked as a Fire Safety Engineer at Tenos from 2009 to 2011. During his two-year tenure, he gained valuable experience in fire safety assessments and risk management. He also served as a Guest Researcher at the National Institute of Standards and Technology in 2016 for six months, where he engaged in research related to fire safety standards.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Ralph completed his Doctorate in Philosophy at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on philosophy, psychology, and language sciences, from 2014 to 2019. This academic background provides him with a unique perspective on safety and risk communication in engineering. His education complements his practical experience in fire safety engineering.
Early Career Development
Benjamin Ralph began his career as a Graduate Engineer at Ramboll, where he worked for one year from 2008 to 2009. This role laid the foundation for his expertise in engineering principles and practices, contributing to his subsequent positions in fire safety engineering.