Sectors
Federal
PRIME AE works diligently with federal clients to first understand their challenges and needs and then to deliver the expected requirements, schedule, and budget. We understand the unique environment and challenges our federal clients face, including the risk that funding and schedule constraints pose to successful project execution.
Having successfully delivered hundreds of projects to organizations like the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), U.S. Air Force Civil Engineering Center (AFCEC), various United States Air Force (USAF) installations, and other federal agencies, our team is passionate about serving our nation to improve the operational environment and quality of life for those that advance the strategic interests of the United States at home and abroad.
Federal Markets
PRIME AE is a team of dedicated professionals who partner with our federal clients to solve their unique design and construction challenges and achieve their mission.

Our experienced team provides practical solutions to meet requirements for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Department of the Interior (DOI), Federal Bureau of Prisons, and more.

Through a multi-disciplined approach, we provide specialized architectural and engineering services to specific agencies within the Department of Defense, including the USACE, NAVFAC, AFCEC, various USAF Civil Engineering Squadrons and commands, and the Marine Forces Reserve.
Featured Federal Projects
Meet Our Federal Leadership Team

Federal
Beth HarrisCPSM, F.SAME, FSMPS
Vice President of Business Development

Federal
Ed ChamberlaynePhD, PE, F.SAME
Senior Vice President, Federal Programs
Federal Services
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Architecture
Our federal architecture capabilities include feasibility studies, planning, design and construction management experience with secure and historical facilities. Learn More
Bridge Design
Bridge design work has been a core competency since the beginning for PRIME AE, including many federal projects domestically (CONUS) and abroad (OCONUS). Learn More
Bridge Inspection, Load, and Rating Analysis
We have inspected more than 10,000 highway and transit bridges in support of the nation’s infrastructure and interests abroad. Learn More
Building Envelope
Our building envelope team finds the balance between function and aesthetics for modern and historical structures. Learn More
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team services federal assets, through site preparation, permitting, design, site development, coordination, and review. Learn More
Construction Administration
We support the client during construction, including answering RFIs from construction contractors, resolving design challenges during construction, and extending Title II services.
Contract and Project Management
Our team oversees the work performed following the guidelines directed by the contract and government regulations throughout the development of the design and construction documents.
Design Standards and Guidelines
We create guide specifications and Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) for the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of a facility.
Design-Build
We develop design-build RFPs or serve as the principal designer or designer of record (DOR) for a general contractor for a design-build project.
Environmental Permits
Our experienced team proactively addresses regulations and engages government entities to facilitate a straightforward and successful construction process. Learn More
Facility Assessments
We evaluate facility condition assessments (FCA), ADA compliance, code adherence, installation status report (ISR), facility condition, and post disaster condition.
Feasibility Studies/Assessments
Our expertise enables us to evaluate the potential success of a proposed project factoring physical, logistical, economic, and regulatory considerations.
GIS and Mapping
Our expertise with GIS and mapping provides valuable information for planning, asset management, site development, and meeting contractual requirements. Learn More
Historic Preservation
Our design work includes the restoration and preservation of historic properties, including approved modern infrastructure upgrades and Section 106 reviews.
Interior Design
Our interior designs consider budget, specifications, overall design, and best value analysis for all types of federal buildings. Learn More
Landscape Architecture
We provide a broad range of services including site planning, greenery, hardscape, roadside, design guidelines, construction documents, and more. Learn More
Life Cycle Cost Evaluation (LCCE)
Our certified value specialists can apply cost estimating to assess the total cost of an asset including acquisition, operation, maintenance, and disposal.
Master Planning
Our master planning services are extensive, reflecting our depth of experience, and include federal planning charrettes, facilitation, and area development. Learn More
MEP Engineering
We deliver mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services that include expert analyses and designs of critical systems, computer models, assessments, and documentation for government facilities. Learn More
New Facility Design
PRIME AE creates full designs and specifications for new facilities including military construction (MILCON).
Planning and Programming, Including Federal DD 1391
We lead and facilitate planning charrettes, gather requirements, and estimate costs to secure funding for facility constructed or repair, along with DD Form 1391 or similar.
Structural Engineering
Our work involves a comprehensive understanding of the loads and forces exerted on new and existing construction and the best solution for delivering structural integrity. Learn More
Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization Design (SRM)
Our experienced team provides designs that improve the functionality or appearance of a facility, return it to its original condition, or fix damage. We create designs to upgrade facilities to meet the needs of today including system and technology, energy conservation, and sustainability.
Our work across sectors helps us to foresee challenges and bring creative solutions to your projects. These experiences bring a level of proficiency that you can trust will deliver success for all stakeholders.