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- Clients
Many well-known and prestigious engineering, architectural, and design firms use PDI as their fire protection engineer, fire and life safely consultant, and…
- Selected Projects
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- Municipal Project Experience - Project Index Display
Municipal Project Experience Project Details
- Lady Lexington - Project Index Display
Lady Lexington on the Bay Museum Association Corpus Christi Texas Project Detail
- Municipal Project Experience
Selected Municipal Projects Project Name: City of San Antonio Public Safety Headquarters Project Location: San Antonio, Texas PDI Client: Hensel Phelps…
- Project Photo Gallery
Kelly Air Force Base - USA
- Lady Lexington
Lady Lexington on the Bay Museum Association Corpus Christi Texas Date of Service: 02/2002 — 03/05 Project Description: Upon retirement from active…
- Municipal Project Experience - Project Index Display
- Testimonials
“I have been involved PDI on various projects throughout the years. The people are great to work with and they consistently respond effectively and quickly…
- Selected Projects
- Contact Us
Protection Development, Incorporated 8620 N. New Braunfels Avenue, Suite 100 San Antonio, TX 78217 (Get Directions) Office: (+1) 210-828-7533 Fax:…
- Careers
Protection Development, Incorporated, (PDI) aggressively recruits, develops, and maintains a workforce representing the absolute “best and brightest” our…
- How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Protection Development, Incorporated (PDI). To apply for a position with Protection Development, Incorporated, click on the…
- Compensation and Benefits
Competitive Salary 10 Paid Holidays per year Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Employee Medical Insurance Bonus Program Professional Memberships…
- Opportunities
PDI Job Postings Thank you for your interest in joining PDI. PDI is currently looking for qualified individuals for the following positions. Fire…
- Working at PDI
PDI has earned a reputation for providing sound, innovative, and cost-effective fire protection engineering and code consulting solutions for our clients,…
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- Our People
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- Samuel O. Goldwater
Vice President of Business Development Samuel O. Goldwater recently joined Protection Development, Inc. as Vice President of Business Development, in…
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Samuel O. Goldwater Vice President – Business Development
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- Ann J. Garcia
Permit Coordinator Ann Garcia joined PDI after working for the City of San Antonio Development Services Department for over 9 years. She has experience in…
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Ann J. Garcia Summary of Qualifications Resume Email Ms. Garcia
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Ann J. Garcia
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Ann J. Garcia Education
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- George F. Payne, B.Sc.
Vice President - Rail Senior Rail Consultant Mr. Payne brings over 32 years of rail vehicle specification, design, construction, quality control / quality…
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George F. Payne, B.Sc. Vice President – Rail Senior Rail Consultant Summary of Qualifications Resume Email Mr. Payne
- George F. Payne – Email Contact
George F. Payne, B.Sc. Vice President – Rail
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George F. Payne, B.Sc. Vice President - Rail Senior Rail Consultant Education Membership
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- John R. Cochrane, P.E.
Principal Fire Protection Engineer, Founder Education Bachelor of Science, Fire Protection Engineering, University of Maryland, 1979 Registered Profession…
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John R. Cochrane, P.E. Principal Fire Protection Engineer Founder
- John R. Cochrane, P.E. - Qualifications Summary
John R. Cochrane, P.E. Principal Fire Protection Engineer, Founder Education Licenses Memberships
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- Janis Stringfield
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Janis Stringfield Administrative Assistant
- Janis Stringfield – Qualifications Summary
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Janis Stringfield Administrative Assistant Email Ms. Stringfield
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- Candace Chilton
CAD Technician Ms. Chilton has a detailed and orderly approach to preparing drawings. She has over 10 years of experience in computer aided drafting which has…
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Candace Chilton CADD Technician
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Candace Chilton CADD Technician Email Ms. Chilton
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- Katrina Ekman
CAD Technician Katrina Ekman is a dynamic individual with an aptitude for reading and understanding drawings from multiple disciplines. As part of PDI’s…
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Katrina Ekman CAD Technician
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Katrina Ekman CADD Technician Email Ms. Ekman
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- Robert C. Andrews, Jr., P.E., M.Sc.
President and CEO Principal Fire Protection Engineer Founder Robert C. Andrews, Jr. founded Protection Development, Incorporated, (PDI) in 1985 and…
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Robert C. Andrews, Jr., P.E., M.Sc. President & CEO Principal Fire Protection Engineer
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Robert C. Andrews, Jr., P.E., M.Sc. President & CEO Principal Fire Protection Engineer Principal Rail Consultant Founder Summary of Qualifications Bio…
- Robert C. Andrews, Jr. - Qualifications Summary
Robert C. Andrews, Jr., P.E., M.Sc., SFPE, MIFireE, EFO President & CEO Principal Fire Protection Engineer Principal Rail Consultant Founder Education …
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- Gilead R. Ziemba, P.E., M.Sc.
Vice President & General Manager Senior Fire Protection Engineer Gilead R. Ziemba, P.E., has a proven history of building and maintaining positive…
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Gilead Ziemba, P.E. Fire Protection Engineer
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Gilead Ziemba, P.E., M.Sc. Vice President & General Manager Senior Fire Protection Engineer Summary of Qualifications Resume Email Mr. Ziemba
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Gilead Ziemba, P.E., M.Sc. Fire Protection Engineer Education Licenses Certifications Memberships
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- Gracia S. Roslow, CPA, M.A.
Chief Financial Officer Human Resources Manager Ms. Rosslow is the Chief Financial Officer and Human Resource Manager of Protection Development,…
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Gracia S. Roslow, M.A., CPA Chief Financial Officer Human Resources Manager
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Gracia S. Roslow, CPA, M.A. Chief Financial Officer Human Resources Manager Education Certifications
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Gracia S. Roslow, CPA, M.A. Chief Financial Officer Human Resources Manager Summary of Qualifications Resume Email Ms. Rosslow
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- Misty Emler
Contracts & Proposals Administrator Executive Assistant & Office Manager Misty Emler has varied responsibilities within PDI and has an understanding…
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Misty Emler Permitting Section Manager
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Misty Emler, B.Sc. Permitting Section Manager Associate Fire Protection & Code Analyst Summary of Qualifications Resume Email Ms. Emler
- Qualifications Summary - Misty Emler, B.Sc.
Misty Emler, B.Sc. Fire Protection & Code Analyst, Permitting Section Manager Education Certifications Memberships
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- Temple R. Kennedy, CBCO, CFCO
Technical Services Manager Senior Fire Protection & Code Analyst Temple Kennedy brings a unique and valuable perspective to each project. As a general…
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Temple Kennedy, CBCO, CFCO Technical Services Manager Senior Fire Protection & Code Analyst
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Temple Kennedy, CBCO, CFCO Senior Fire Protection & Code Analyst Summary of Qualifications Resume Email Mr. Kennedy
- Temple R. Kennedy, CBCO, CFCO - Qualifications Summary
Temple R. Kennedy, CBO, B.Sc. Fire Protection & Code Analyst Education Certifications Memberships
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- YungWei Tang, E.I.T., M.Sc.
Associate Fire Protection Engineer As a highly motivated individual, Mr. Tang’s strong research skills are important to the success of PDI’s design…
- YungWei Tang – Email Contact
YungWei Tang, EIT Associate Fire Protection Engineer
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YungWei Tang, EIT., M.Sc. Associate Fire Protection Engineer Summary of Qualifications Resume Email Mr. Tang
- Qualification Summary - YungWei Tang, E.I.T., M.Sc.
YungWei Tang, E.I.T., M.Sc. Fire Protection & Code Analyst Education Certifications Memberships
- YungWei Tang – Email Contact
- Samuel O. Goldwater
- Services
Fire protection engineering provided by PDI includes fire protection systems design, testing, and evaluation; structural heat transfer, fire growth, and smoke…
- Security System Engineering
Security System Engineering is a process that builds on a series of progressive steps starting with an effective assessment of security risk. Risk analysis…
- CCTV Security Systems
PDI will design a customized network video system to meet the unique needs of your company. Dedicated to keeping up with emerging technologies, PDI provides…
- Access Control
Our systems do more than just read cards and lock doors. Depending on your requirements, we will provide a customized, fully integrated system to ensure that…
- CCTV Security Systems
- PDI Rail Solutions
PDI Rail Solutions, which provides consultancy to the rail / transit industry, is a dedicated division of Protection Development, Incorporated (PDI), an…
- Permitting Services
Stop struggling with the permit process. Whether your project is a major retail development, a new single structure, tenant finish-out, or remodel, let PDI’s…
- Consulting Services
PDI provides comprehensive fire and life safety consulting for new and existing structures. This means that in a building project, whether it is a new…
- Loss Prevention & Risk Management
Loss Prevention and Risk Management Many industrial or commercial properties house complex and potentially hazardous processes. PDI is experienced in…
- Failure and Root Cause Analysis
Root Cause Analysis Root cause analysis helps to identify the ‘what’, ‘how’ and ‘why’ a failure has occurred, thus preventing recurrence. Root…
- Fire Testing, Product Approval & Litigation Support
Fire Testing Protection Development, Incorporated (PDI) is a Fire Protection Engineering firm with distinct capabilities and perspectives concerning fire…
- Seminars
PDI’s approach to fire protection and life safety includes providing educational services to the community or to other registered design professionals in the…
- Government & Military Services
Industry Focus – Government Services Government services available from PDI include General Services Administration (GSA) Life Safety Evaluations and…
- Construction Administration
Construction Administration: Oversee the process from the review of design and shop drawings to installation and final inspection testing. PDI reviews…
- Building & Fire Code Consulting
Protection Development, Incorporated’s experience working on a wide range of occupancies allows us to bring our cumulative knowledge to each job. Our diverse…
- Loss Prevention & Risk Management
- Fire Protection Engineering
Protecting Lives and Property through the Practical Application of Fire Protection Engineering… Fire protection engineering applies scientific and engineerin…
- Site Fire Protection
When designing a new building or an addition, an understanding of the code mandated site fire protection features is of critical importance. PDI’s staff are…
- Hazardous Materials Evaluation
Most jurisdictions require the submittal of a formal commodity letter when the construction of a warehouse or manufacturing facility is proposed, or when there…
- Water Supply Testing and Analysis
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Test fire hydrant flow and pressure relative to the site to determine the available water supply. Review, then compare to the test…
- Special Hazard Suppression Systems
At times there are reasons to go above and beyond the Code required fire alarm and automatic sprinkler systems. Run-critical systems require special attention…
- Fire Growth, Smoke, and Occupant Egress Modeling
Fire Modeling PDI uses Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) and Consolidated Fire and Smoke Transport (CFAST) published by the National Institute of Standards and…
- Performance Based Design
Performance based design projects at PDI are presented and developed by our staff of licensed fire protection engineers and certified technicians with…
- Fire Alarm & Signaling Systems
Fire alarm systems play a critical life safety role within a building or structure and can also be used to initiate means of controlling and suppressing…
- Fire Sprinkler Systems
(Water-Based Protection) Building and Life Safety Codes utilize sprinkler systems to reduce hazards to life and property. Installation of these systems…
- Site Fire Protection
- Security System Engineering
- About
Protection Development, Incorporated Your reliable source for integrated fire protection engineering Since our beginning in 1985, PDI has built a solid…
- FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions What is the Bob Andrews Group? The Bob Andrews Group functions as a holding company for Industrial Emergency Services, LLC…
- Professional People Yield Professional Results
PDI’s team takes a holistic approach to each project. The structure of a building, either new or existing is not PDI’s only focus. Quite simply, PDI…
- History
Protection Development, Incorporated (PDI) is a fire protection engineering and building/fire code consulting firm, founded in San Antonio, Texas in 1985. Ov…
- Professional and Community Involvement
PDI encourages its employees to participate in professional and community organizations. Through this kind of involvement, PDI professionals stay connected,…
- Vision, Mission and Goals
Our Vision is to protect lives and property through the practical application of integrated fire protection engineering, life safely design and code analysis. …
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News
- Category: PDI Press Release (6)
- PDI Opens New Austin Area Office
January 4, 2012, 15:00
To better serve our clients - PDI has opened a new office in Bastrop, Texas. Additionally, we have hired Carter M. White, P.E. to serve as branch manager. A…
- Ziemba Promoted to Vice President & General Manager
November 1, 2011, 17:00
Gilead R. Ziemba, P.E. has been promoted to Vice President & General Manager. Gilead has proven that he is an exceptional leader and a very talented…
- Ann Garcia joins PDI as Permit Coordinator
October 24, 2011, 14:44
Protection Development, Incorporated (PDI) is pleased to announce that Ann Garcia has joined the firm as Permit Coordinator. Ann comes to PDI after working…
- “X” Train Announces Selection Of PDI Rail Solutions To Provide Technical Expertise To Assure Federal Railroad Administration (Fra) & Amtrak Mechanical And Safety Compliance For All “X” Train Locomotive And Passenger Railcars
July 13, 2010, 08:40
LAS VEGAS, NV Las Vegas Railway Express, Inc. (“X” Train), a Delaware company (OTCBB: XTRN) is pleased to announce the selection of PDI Rail Solutions…
- PDI Launches Rail / Transit Consulting Division
June 12, 2009, 18:17
For Immediate Release PDI Launches Rail / Transit Consulting Division San Antonio, TX – June 12, 2009 Protection Development, Incorporated (PDI) announced…
- Category: BAG Press Release (1)
- ANOTHER NEW COMPANY FOR THE BOB ANDREWS GROUP
April 24, 2013, 21:40
BAG BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT The Bob Andrews Group, LLC announces the launching of BAG Business Development. BAG-BD is a consulting firm taking advantage…
- ANOTHER NEW COMPANY FOR THE BOB ANDREWS GROUP
- PDI Opens New Austin Area Office
