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Staff Join David Evans and Associates, Inc. as Firm Acquires Elcon Associates, Inc.

David Evans and Associates, Inc. / Feb 3rd, 2025

February 3, 2025 – Portland, OR – David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm headquartered in Portland, Oregon, announces the acquisition of Elcon Associates, Inc., an electrical and systems engineering firm with offices in Oregon and Washington.

Elcon has built a strong reputation over nearly five decades, specializing in energy, water and wastewater instrumentation and control systems, aviation and port facility systems, and rail systems engineering, including traction power, overhead contact systems, signals, and systems integration. This strategic acquisition will enhance DEA’s expertise in the energy market and strengthen its presence throughout the Pacific Northwest.

As part of this integration, Elcon’s offices in Beaverton, OR, and Tukwila and Lynnwood, WA, will become part of DEA, adding approximately 30 Elcon employees to DEA’s workforce. This expansion will increase DEA’s total workforce to approximately 1,050 employees.

Al Barkouli, Ph.D., P.E., Chairman and CEO of DEA, commented on the acquisition: “The acquisition of Elcon Associates, Inc. aligns with our strategic goal to bolster our presence in the Pacific Northwest and strengthen our expertise in the rapidly growing energy market. We are thrilled to welcome the employees of Elcon Associates, Inc. to DEA.”

Kinh D. Pham, PE, President at Elcon, stated, “I’m very proud that Elcon’s 50-year legacy of excellence will continue as part of DEA. Elcon’s electrical engineering expertise in the sectors of Energy, Transit, Marine, Airports, and Water/Wastewater combined with DEA’s resources and staff mentorship will strengthen and enhance our capabilities to provide superior services to our clients. We look forward to the exciting opportunities ahead.”

DEA, with over 48 years of exceptional service, prides itself on providing unique and innovative design services for transportation, water, land, energy, and marine infrastructure. The firm’s staff includes engineers, surveyors, hydrographers, planners, landscape architects, and natural resources scientists. DEA, an employee-owned firm, consistently ranks among ENR’s “Top 100 Pure Design Firms” in the United States.

The US-2, BNSF Railroad Underpass Project Awarded 2nd Place at the ACEC Idaho 2025 Engineering Excellence Awards!

David Evans and Associates, Inc. / Jan 13th, 2025

This transformative project, completed for the Idaho Department of Transportation, reconstructed and lowered US-2 at the BNSF underpass between mileposts 475.1 and 475.67 in Sandpoint, ID.

Key upgrades included:
• Increasing vertical clearance at the underpass from 15’-7” to 17’-6”.
• Expanding the roadway to a four-lane section with two lanes in each direction.

DEA prepared the engineering design and provided construction engineering and inspection services, ensuring the project’s success from start to finish.

David Evans and Assocaites, Inc. Promotes Debra Seeman, PE to Practice Leader for Roads and Highways

David Evans and Associates, Inc. / Jan 9th, 2025

With over 30 years of consulting experience, including 20 years with DEA, Debra has delivered major infrastructure projects across Washington and Oregon. For the past six years, she has successfully led the Puget Sound Region Roads and Highways Group, building a dynamic and versatile team that has delivered a range of projects for local agencies, transit agencies, and the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).

Joel Theodore Joins David Evans and Associates, Inc.

David Evans and Associates, Inc. / Jan 7th, 2025

We are thrilled to welcome Joel Theodore to the DEA team as our National Transit Engineering Service Leader for Transit and Rail.

Joel holds a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Oregon State University and brings over 25 years of engineering and senior project management experience. His extensive knowledge will be valuable as we strengthen our Transit Engineering Services in the Pacific Northwest and expand nationally.

David Evans and Associates, Inc. Promotes Greg Davis, PE to Director of Professional Excellence

David Evans and Associates, Inc. / Dec 11th, 2024

Greg, with 28 years of experience, has led our Roads and Highways Practice for the last six years, during which the team grew by 50 members. He has successfully managed high-profile projects such as UDOT’s 1800 N New Interchange and Widening Project and twice earned UDOT’s Project of the Year award. In his new role, he’ll oversee company programs, ensuring client satisfaction, top-notch project delivery and quality, maintaining industry-leading safety standards while continuing his project work.

Greg will succeed Glenn Roberts, who will be retiring after an outstanding career where he made transformative improvements and established a high level of excellence. Glenn will assist Greg with the transition and work on special projects part-time until next Spring.

David Evans and Assocaites, Inc. Recognized as the #2 Healthiest Employer in Washington

David Evans and Associates, Inc. / Dec 5th, 2024

At DEA, we know that a thriving workplace begins with happy, healthy employees. That’s why we’re committed to supporting every aspect of well-being—physical, emotional, financial, career, and community.

Together, we’re building a stronger, healthier future!

Two Projects Have Been Recognized at the AWPA Colorado Awards!

David Evans and Associates, Inc. / Nov 4th, 2024

We’re thrilled to announce that two of our projects have been recognized at the APWA Colorado Awards!

Iliff Avenue Improvements for Arapahoe County received the award for Transportation, Large Community. This project enhances connectivity, safety, and accessibility for residents and commuters.

The reestablishment of 56th Avenue over Kiowa Creek for Adams County was recognized in the category of Disaster or Emergency Construction, Repair, or Response, Large Community. This critical project restored resilient infrastructure after a major flooding event.

Two DEA projects have been recognized at the APWA Colorado Awards!

David Evans and Associates, Inc. / Nov 4th, 2024

Iliff Avenue Improvements for Arapahoe County received the award for Transportation, Large Community. This project enhances connectivity, safety, and accessibility for residents and commuters.

Reestablishment of 56th Avenue over Kiowa Creek for Adams County was recognized in the category of Disaster or Emergency Construction, Repair, or Response, Large Community. This critical project restored resilient infrastructure after a major flooding event.

Huge congratulations to the teams who made these achievements possible!

David Evans and Assocaites, Inc. professionals named as 2024 DJC Oregon Women of Vision!

David Evans and Associates, Inc. / Oct 28th, 2024

DEA is proud to have two professionals, Jennifer A. Mendiola and Tonya Finley, MBA, F.ACEC, CPCM, CFCM, named as 2024 DJC Oregon Women of Vision!

Their achievements, leadership, and commitment to promoting diversity in the industry have significantly shaped both the built and natural environments. Jennifer and Tonya, along with other honorees, were recognized at the Women of Vision event held on Thursday, October 17, 2024, in Portland, OR.

DEA Receives Workplace Honors in Utah!

David Evans and Associates, Inc. / Oct 23rd, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that David Evans and Associates, Inc. has been ranked #27 Best Place to Work in Utah for Small-Sized Employers!

Thanks to our incredible team, DEA fosters an environment where success is personal and professional.

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