Innovation in Engineering: First Capital Engineering Celebrates 30 Years
Innovation has served as the foundation for success at First Capital Engineering since its inception. When Ann and John Luciani launched their Civil Engineering firm in 1995, they had no idea that 30 years later, they would still be providing services for their very first client. Far from their beginnings with no leads, no contacts, and no capital, the Luciani’s grew their dream into a flourishing business.
Based in York, Pennsylvania, First Capital Engineering provides civil engineering, land planning and development, design, stormwater management, landscape architecture, land surveying, Phase 1 ESAs, and construction inspection services to clients in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, and New Jersey.
A Legacy in Engineering
The firm’s success across every market can be traced to a combination of Ann’s sharp business acumen and John’s tenacity, endless energy, and easy rapport. Ann, the firm’s CEO, credits their success to project-specific innovation and creativity, and a straightforward approach.
She shared, “Our clients have stayed with us because they feel confident with our decisions and our honesty, and they know we will treat every project like it’s our own.”
First Capital Engineering’s client list includes both national and private-sector companies, as well as state and local government entities, including Springettsbury Township, FCE’s 25-year-long client, and the largest township in York County.
Unrelenting Commitment
Every member of the FCE team embraces a wholehearted dedication and commitment to the mission: to provide cost-effective, time-tested technical solutions to engineering problems, while always maintaining the highest level of quality and integrity.
John, the firm’s president, credits FCE’s motivation to their desire to keep their valued clients and partners happy as well as their genuine enthusiasm for solving tough problems.
“We are proud of the personal service we provide to our clients, who know they always come first,” he stated. “When a client calls in, they can talk to me or any one of the other professional staff members to get an answer to their question.”
This open communication, combined with FCE’s constant pursuit of innovation in engineering, has led the firm to stand out as a trusted partner on countless engineering projects across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Awards & Recognition
With its commitment to clients and technical excellence, FCE has garnered numerous awards:
– ASCE Central PA Life Member – 2025 John Luciani
– ICON Honors Award – 2025 John Luciani
– Small Business of the Year 2018 (Finalist); 2010
– BusinessWoman Magazine Feature Article – 2016 Ann Luciani
– PA Society of Land Surveyors – Project Awards – 2016; 2006
– PSATs Project Awards – 2015; 2012
– Entrepreneur of the Year – 2014
– Executive of the Year, Finalist – 2012; 2011
– Best 50 Women in Business – 2009
– Best Places to Work – 2009
– ABC Keystone Chapter Project Awards – 2008; 2003
– York County Conservation District Engineer of the Year – John Luciani
– PSPE Chapter Engineer of the Year – John Luciani
– Young Engineer of the Year – Scranton, PA – John Luciani
Inquire for Engineering Solutions
Whether you’re planning a new development or seeking expert insight on an existing project, reach out to FCE today to discuss how our 30 years of innovation in engineering can move your project forward.
To learn more about First Capital Engineering, view our projects or contact us online with questions!