Job Description

We Make Everything Around Us Better

At PRIME AE, that’s not a slogan, it’s how we work.

Every bridge, building, campus, park, and roadway we design exists to improve how people live, move, learn, and connect. Through architecture, engineering, planning, and consulting, we partner with clients to create thoughtful, practical solutions that leave communities stronger than we found them.

If you want your work to matter, and to be surrounded by smart, collaborative people who care about doing things the right way, you’ll feel at home here.

Who We Are:

PRIME AE Group, Inc. ( www.primeeng.com) is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm driven by collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to strengthening the communities we serve. With a growing footprint of offices across the country and a diverse team of more than 550 professionals, we partner with public and private sector clients to deliver thoughtful, high-impact solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational markets.

Our culture blends entrepreneurial energy with the resources of a scaled, multidisciplinary platform—giving our people the opportunity to shape meaningful projects while influencing the future direction of the firm. As PRIME AE continues to expand its capabilities, geographic reach, and leadership bench, this is an exciting time to join a team that is building momentum, investing in growth, and empowering leaders to make a lasting impact.

The Opportunity:

We are currently seeking a Project Manager I – Federal Planning to join our Federal Planning practice in Norfolk, Jacksonville, or Pittsburgh.

This role is ideal for a planner ready to take ownership of project delivery and team coordination responsibilities. The Project Manager I will manage federal planning projects and task orders, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring successful delivery aligned with scope, schedule, and budget.

What You’ll Do:

You will manage federal planning projects such as installation master plans, area development plans, infrastructure planning studies, and related DoD planning efforts. While continuing to contribute technically, you will take responsibility for organizing project execution, coordinating internal resources, and maintaining client communication.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Serve as Project Manager for assigned federal planning projects or task orders.
• Develop project work plans, schedules, and staffing plans.
• Monitor scope, schedule, and budget performance.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Track progress and communicate status updates to clients and internal leadership.
• Identify potential risks and proactively address issues affecting delivery.

Technical Planning Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to planning analyses, including land use, infrastructure, and site suitability studies.
• Oversee preparation of planning reports, documentation, and visual materials.
• Ensure deliverables align with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), DoD guidance, and client standards.
• Support GIS-based mapping and presentation graphics as needed.

Client & Team Coordination

• Participate in client meetings, site visits, workshops, and charrettes.
• Serve as day-to-day client contact for assigned projects.
• Provide guidance and direction to planners and junior staff.
• Collaborate on proposal efforts and task order responses when needed.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, City & Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10 years of professional planning experience, including federal or DoD project exposure.
• AICP certification, Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects or leading task-level efforts.
• Working knowledge of DoD planning standards, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), and MILCON processes.
• U.S. citizenship required due to federal contract requirements.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel for short- or medium-term project assignments (typically 1–3 weeks).

Why PRIME AE

We don’t just fill positions; we invest in people.

At PRIME AE, you’ll find a supportive, flexible environment where careers are built intentionally, not accidentally. You’ll work on projects that improve everyday life, alongside colleagues who challenge and respect one another.

What sets us apart:

• Career Growth Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical expertise to project and people leadership
• People-First Culture We value trust, integrity, and collaboration, and we mean it
• Meaningful Work Projects that strengthen communities, infrastructure, and public spaces
• Growth with Purpose Strategic expansion backed by strong leadership and investment
• National Reach, Local Feel Big-firm resources with the agility and relationships of local offices

Our Commitment

PRIME AE Group is committed to creating an inclusive environment where differences are respected, voices are heard, and everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

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