Rajesh Patel
About Rajesh Patel
Rajesh Patel is an Associate Partner at Foster + Partners with over 30 years of experience in commercial building services, specializing in projects such as museums and hospitals. He has international experience across multiple countries and has led teams in designing integrated services for new airport terminals.
Work at Foster and Partners
Rajesh Patel has served as an Associate Partner at Foster + Partners since 2011. In this role, he has contributed to the design and implementation of integrated services for various projects, particularly in the field of commercial building services. His responsibilities include overseeing specialist sub-consultancies and ensuring that projects meet the required standards for functionality and safety. Patel's experience at Foster + Partners spans over a decade, during which he has been involved in significant projects, particularly in the airport terminal sector.
Education and Expertise
Rajesh Patel holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Loughborough University, where he studied from 1972 to 1975. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in commercial building services. Patel has over 30 years of experience in the industry, with expertise in designing integrated services for various types of buildings, including museums, hospitals, and mixed-use developments. His technical knowledge is complemented by his leadership role in managing MEP & F teams.
Background
Rajesh Patel has a diverse professional background with international project experience across multiple countries, including the UK, Europe, Panama, India, China, and Cambodia. His career has focused on commercial building services, where he has worked on various significant projects, including airport terminals. Patel's experience includes overseeing projects with high passenger capacities, demonstrating his capability in managing large-scale developments.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Rajesh Patel has achieved notable milestones in the field of commercial building services. He has led teams in designing integrated services for new airport terminals that feature iconic architecture. His work on airport terminal projects has involved managing capacities of up to 15 million passengers per annum, showcasing his expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects. Patel has also overseen specialist sub-consultancies in critical areas such as airport IT, security, acoustic, and fire life safety systems.