MEET THE SEI TEAM
About Us
From Humble Beginnings to National Operations
Our History
SEI is Formed
Ed Foster forms and operates the company out of his house
First Offices
Company expands personnel and moves into first office suite in New Braunfels, Texas
Purchase an Office
SEI buys first office property in New Braunfels, Texas
Expanding & Adding 3D Design
The company expands personnel and moves to a new office in the north San Antonio area, and adds 3D Design to its services
Expanding to Houston
Adds personnel in Houston, Texas to expand operations
Expanding to Atlanta
Adds personnel in Atlanta, Georgia to expand operations
What Sets Us Apart
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Our Team
Meet the team that brings you extensive experience, fair pricing, and a flexible solutions.
Originally from suburban Chicago, Ed attended Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He graduated with a BS in Civil Engineering in 1990 and began working in the scaffold industry at Safway Steel Products. He served as the lead engineering source for Hunnebeck Formwork Systems and was promoted to Engineering Manager after Safway was sold to a joint venture. Ed eventually left Safway to become the Director of Engineering for Symons Formwork Steel Division. After working at CECO Concrete Construction in 2006, he started Scaffold Engineering the following year in 2007. Ed is a fan of auto racing and Roller Derby.
Ed Foster, P.E.
President
Eric started in the industry working part time as a designer for Formwork Services while gaining his BS in Civil Engineering for the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2013. After graduating he began working full time for Formwork Services as a Design Engineer until 2019 when he came to work for Scaffold Engineering as a Project Engineer. Eric was then promoted to Senior Project Engineer overseeing the design for our shoring and reshoring projects. Eventually he was made partner and named to his current position of Vice President. When he isn’t knocking out projects, Eric likes to unwind by going hunting and fishing or spending time with his friends and family.
Eric Pannabecker, P.E.
Vice President
Cory started working at Scaffold Engineering in 2012 and is our Lead Designer but also heads up our marketing. Having been involved in engineering and design since 2005, he started working for a firm in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area designing residential foundations and framing systems. Cory has also worked in the family business of bowling in positions ranging from snack bar cook up to center management and ownership. When he is not busy producing 2D or 3D designs for us, he likes to play golf, go bowling, travel, and take his dog Charlie to the park.
Cory West
Lead Designer
Originally from South Georgia, David attended Southern College of Technology (now known as Kennesaw State University). He graduated with a BS in Civil Engineering Technology in 1989. He began working with Patent Scaffolding Company that same year. He has worked with Patent, Harsco Infrastructure, Aluma Systems, Brand Safway and EFCO over the past 35 years and spent 7 ½ years at the GA Power Plant Vogtle nuclear construction site as a subject matter expert for shoring, forming, and scaffolding. David started working with Scaffold Engineering in 2022. David is an avid Nascar fan and has season tickets to Atlanta Motor Speedway.
David Foskey
Senior Structural Designer
Born and raised in Houston, David graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Civil Engineering in 1990. After college, he began his engineering career designing aluminum geodesic domes for Ultraflote before moving to Tennessee in 2000 to design metal buildings for A&S Building Systems, where he obtained his first PE license. He returned to Houston a few years later as a project manager in heavy highway construction for Webber. In 2011, David joined NOV to manage the manufacturing and delivery of subsea oilfield equipment, and in 2015, he returned to Ultraflote to design geodesic domes and geotrusses. In 2021, he accepted a position with Scaffold Engineering, covering the Houston area and Southeastern United States. David enjoys bike riding, auto mechanics, and singing in church.
David Rheman, P.E.
Project Engineer
Waldo began his career in the construction industry in 2005, starting in Sales for a scaffold supplier. Through self-guided learning, he developed a strong foundation in design, which led to his transition into the Design Department in 2008. After taking lead of the Engineering Department for the company, he continued to enhance the companies design strategies and capabilities. Over the years, he honed his skills through hands-on experience and mentorship from various professional engineers. In 2015, he ventured out on his own to expand his design services and further deepen his expertise in all forms of construction. In 2021, he joined Scaffold Engineering, where he reinforced 3D modeling as a key service, enhancing the firm's design capabilities.
Waldo Corvera
Senior Designer
Gordon is a skilled draftsman with over six years of experience in the engineering industry, responsible for creating accurate technical drawings and detailed 3D models for a variety of projects. Proficient in industry-standard software like AutoCAD and SketchUp, he uses these tools to bring complex designs to life, ensuring precision at every stage. Before entering the drafting field, Gordon gained valuable experience in retail, developing strong customer service and problem-solving skills that shape his collaborative, results-focused approach. Outside of work, he enjoys building and racing radio-controlled cars and playing golf—hobbies that foster creativity and attention to detail both on and off the job.
Gordon West
Structural Designer
Kranthi, originally from Bengaluru, India, earned his master's degree in civil engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington. He joined Scaffold Engineering as an Engineer in Training after graduation, where he focuses on developing engineering solutions and ensuring project safety. Outside of work, Kranthi enjoys playing soccer and cricket, actively participating in the Division 2 cricket tournament in San Antonio.
Kranthikumar Anand, E.I.T.
Project Engineer
Becky grew up in suburban Milwaukee. She attended Marquette University, graduating cum laude with a BA in Psychology in 1989. For 25 years she worked in various state and federal government positions, first in Wisconsin then Texas, within Workforce Development and the Social Security Administration. In 2011 Ed asked her to join the business as the office manager. It started as a part-time bookkeeping job, but as the company grew, it became a full-time jack-of-all-trades venture. She is now the office administrator and CFO. Her hobbies include everything Harry Potter and being an avid Green Bay Packer fan and fantasy football participant.
Becky Foster
Office Administrator
Safety at SEI
At Scaffold Engineering Inc our mission is to provide the most efficient, high-quality engineering support for all users and erectors of temporary scaffolding, shoring and formwork through the use of the latest tools and technology to provide peace of mind that every structure designed is safe and meets all applicable codes and regulations.
