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Prairie Engineers, P.C. Responsive, people-focused, can-do team of engineers & surveyors working nationwide.

Prairie Engineers provides comprehensive planning and design services focused on water and natural resources projects. Since 2010, our professional team of engineers, surveyors, and scientists has provided innovative and sustainable solutions to governmental agencies and select private clients throughout the Midwest. We have extensive capabilities and experience in civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, transportation, water resources, ecology and environmental science (NEPA), surveying and geospatial, land acquisition, and construction engineering.

Restoration starts with understanding what’s already there.A vegetation survey can reveal more than what’s growing, it c...
10/20/2026

Restoration starts with understanding what’s already there.

A vegetation survey can reveal more than what’s growing, it can tell the story of a site.

By identifying native plant communities, remnant species, invasive vegetation, and changes over time, our environmental scientists can better understand a site’s ecological condition and identify opportunities for restoration.

At Prairie, we use these insights to help prioritize restoration efforts and develop approaches that support healthier, more productive ecosystems.

Because knowing where a site has been helps us understand where it can go next.

Engineering Oddities: Not every boundary line is where modern technology says it should be.Many historic property corner...
10/19/2026

Engineering Oddities: Not every boundary line is where modern technology says it should be.

Many historic property corners remain legally valid even if they no longer match today’s coordinate systems. Surveyors must balance modern positioning technology with established records and legal boundaries.

The latest edition of Prairie Field Notes is here! Edition 7 takes a closer look at our SLED Market, featuring insights ...
10/14/2026

The latest edition of Prairie Field Notes is here!

Edition 7 takes a closer look at our SLED Market, featuring insights from SLED Market Lead Tim Schroeder, a look at one of our projects where the team encountered some unexpected slithery residents, and an Expert’s Lounge spotlight with Marina Osier, Natural Resources Discipline Lead.

From the communities we serve to the people and expertise behind the work, this edition offers a look at what’s happening across Prairie.

Check out the latest edition of Prairie Field Notes today!

What can plants tell us about a site?More than you might think.Our environmental scientists use vegetation surveys to un...
10/13/2026

What can plants tell us about a site?

More than you might think.

Our environmental scientists use vegetation surveys to understand the ecological conditions of a site, identify important habitat characteristics, and help guide decisions related to restoration, wetlands, protected species, and more.

From identifying plant species and animal habitats to understanding their role within an ecosystem, our team uses the information gathered in the field to help make informed decisions for the future of a site.

This is just the beginning. Stay tuned as we take a closer look at vegetation and the role it plays in our work.

Prairie Engineers is at GIS-Pro 2026!We're excited to have Avantika Ramekar representing Prairie Engineers at GIS-Pro 20...
10/12/2026

Prairie Engineers is at GIS-Pro 2026!

We're excited to have Avantika Ramekar representing Prairie Engineers at GIS-Pro 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, October 12-15.

Avantika will be presenting "Geospatial Innovation for Aging Canals: A Path to Water Security," sharing how high-resolution topo-bathymetric LiDAR and photogrammetry can support canal rehabilitation planning and help turn complex geospatial data into actionable information.

We're proud to see Avantika share her expertise with the geospatial community and contribute to conversations around innovative applications of GIS and geospatial technology. If you're attending GIS-Pro 2026, be sure to connect with Avantika and say hello!

You may have seen his face before on Prairie Views!We wanted to give you a little more detail about Rick Vera and his ro...
10/07/2026

You may have seen his face before on Prairie Views!

We wanted to give you a little more detail about Rick Vera and his role with Prairie Engineers. Rick joins our team as our Federal Geospatial Program Manager, bringing extensive geospatial experience from his career with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, including roles with USACE Headquarters and the Army Geospatial Center.

In his new role, Rick will manage our newly awarded Surveying IDIQ with the USACE Fort Worth District and support Prairie’s growing federal geospatial efforts. He’ll be working from his home near Houston, Texas.

We’re excited to have Rick on the Prairie team and look forward to all he’ll bring to our geospatial program!

Please help us give Rick a warm Prairie welcome!

Prairie Engineers is at SIUE!We're here at the SIUE Career Fair and ready to meet students looking to take the next step...
10/06/2026

Prairie Engineers is at SIUE!

We're here at the SIUE Career Fair and ready to meet students looking to take the next step in their survey careers!

Whether you're searching for an internship, your first full-time opportunity, or simply exploring what's next, stop by our booth and talk with us. Come learn more about Prairie, our projects, our people, and opportunities to grow with our team.

Stop by and say hello!

Prairie Engineers at SAME JETS 2026!Prairie Engineers is excited to attend the 2026 SAME Joint Engineer Training Confere...
10/05/2026

Prairie Engineers at SAME JETS 2026!

Prairie Engineers is excited to attend the 2026 SAME Joint Engineer Training Conference & Expo (JETS) in New Orleans, Louisiana, Tuesday, October 6 through Thursday, October 8!

Jason Sweet will be attending and looks forward to connecting with fellow engineering and industry professionals, sharing ideas, and exploring opportunities to support the missions that shape our communities and nation.

If you’re attending JETS, be sure to connect with Jason and say hello!

Prairie Engineers is headed to KAM 2026!Avantika Ramekar and Scott Perkins will be in Wichita, Kansas, October 6–9 for t...
10/05/2026

Prairie Engineers is headed to KAM 2026!

Avantika Ramekar and Scott Perkins will be in Wichita, Kansas, October 6–9 for the Kansas Association of Mappers (KAM) Conference.

Wednesday, October 8, will be a busy day for both Avantika and Scott. From 10:00–10:45 a.m., the two will co-present “Geospatial Innovation for Aging Canals: A Path to Water Security.” Then, from 11:15 a.m.–noon, Avantika will give her solo presentation, “Challenges in Wetland Delineation Fieldwork Across Kansas and Missouri.” Scott will also serve as the moderator for three presentations throughout the conference.

We’re proud to have Avantika and Scott representing Prairie Engineers and sharing their knowledge with the geospatial community. If you’re attending KAM 2026, be sure to connect with them while you’re there!



Preserving Lincoln’s Legacy. Powering What’s Next.Prairie Engineers is proud to support projects at the Abraham Lincoln ...
10/01/2026

Preserving Lincoln’s Legacy. Powering What’s Next.

Prairie Engineers is proud to support projects at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois, helping maintain and modernize this important piece of Lincoln’s legacy.

From electrical engineering for the replacement of the Union Theater’s aging automated rigging system to quality assurance and construction administration for new EV charging stations and solar power generation, our team is supporting the museum both behind the scenes and into the future.

Two projects. One historic destination. Engineering that helps keep Lincoln’s story moving forward.

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