David Evans and Associates, Inc.

Exciting News! A strategic partnership agreement has been signed with AtkinsRéalis, under which they will acquire a 70% stake in David Evans Enterprises, Inc. (DEEI). The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2025. DEEI is the parent company of David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), its original subsidiary. DEA has been providing exceptional services for over 48 years and is renowned for its innovative design services for transportation, water, land, energy, and marine infrastructure. This partnership aims to invest in enhancing DEA’s capabilities, deliver long-term value to clients and communities, and establish a significant leadership position in the Western US. DEEI and its subsidiaries, including DEA, will maintain their current leadership, company structure, and brands. "The partnership between DEEI and AtkinsRéalis aligns with our strategic vision and enhances our professional services in the Western US and beyond,” said Al Barkouli, Chairman and CEO of DEEI. For additional details, check out the AtkinsRéalis press release: https://lnkd.in/etBSa9dT

DEA is excited to share that Mike Clark, PE, from the Washington Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) has been named a 2025 National APWA Top 10 Public Works Leader of the Year! Recently retired from DEA, Mike was a valued member of our Puget Sound Roads and Highways Group for 29 years. Out of leaders across the country, Mike’s dedication, technical excellence, and service in public works have earned him this prestigious honor—and we couldn’t be prouder! Join us in congratulating Mike on this incredible achievement! #APWA #PublicWorks #Leadership #Top10Leader #WAAPWA #PublicWorksLeader

It’s #WorldLandscapeArchitectureMonth! At DEA, we’re proud to celebrate the talented landscape architects who shape vibrant, resilient, and inclusive spaces for all. Landscape architects create: • Well-being: Parks, trails, and outdoor spaces that promote relaxation, movement, and connection with nature. • Sustainable solutions: Eco-conscious design and green infrastructure that protect our environment. • Community: Memorable public spaces that bring people together and define neighborhoods. From California to Colorado and across the Pacific Northwest, DEA is honored to support communities with thoughtful landscape architectural services. Stay tuned, we’ll be spotlighting some of our favorite DEA projects later this month! #WLAM2025 #LandscapeArchitecture #Placemaking #LandscapeArchitect

Happy 49th Anniversary, DEA! We’re proud to celebrate 49 years of innovation, collaboration, and service this April 1st. For nearly five decades, DEA’s talented professionals – including engineers, surveyors, planners, hydrographers, landscape architects, and natural resources scientists – have helped shape communities and protect the environments we call home. While our work speaks volumes, it's our people who make the lasting impact. Their expertise, passion, and dedication continue to define who we are and drive us forward. What sets DEA apart isn’t just the quality of our work—it’s the quality of our relationships and the commitments we make. The DEA Difference lies in how we show up for each other and for our clients: with clarity of expectations, effective communication, accountability, collaboration and teamwork, initiative and creativity, and trust. These six commitments guide how we listen, collaborate, and ultimately deliver excellent solutions and superior client experience. As we celebrate this milestone, we’re reminded that our legacy is built not only on the projects we complete, but also on the trust we earn and the partnerships we nurture. Thank you to every member of the DEA family—past and present—and to the clients and communities who have been part of our journey. Together, we are creating a different future. Learn more about DEA: www.deainc.com #DEADifference #49Years #Anniversary

We’re pleased to announce that Anthony Wilen, PE, has been promoted to Group Leader for the Roads and Highways practice in the Puget Sound Region! Over the past 18 years, Anthony has held numerous leadership roles at DEA. His passion, dedication, and commitment to serving our team and our clients make this promotion incredibly well deserved. Congratulations Anthony!

We're excited to welcome Scott Langer, PE, as our new Smart Mobility Group Leader in the Puget Sound Region. Scott brings more than 20 years of experience in the transportation field, with a strong background in both state and municipal government. His expertise spans transportation planning, multimodal connectivity, traffic engineering, and transportation technology. He specializes in corridor planning, safety analysis, bicycle facility design, speed management, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), systems engineering, traffic signals, and the planning and implementation of active traffic management strategies. Please join us in welcoming Scott to DEA!

DEA’s March Community Champion: Liz Felix! Liz Felix, an Engineer in our Water & Environmental Business Unit, is inspiring the next generation through STEM education! At Escalante Elementary’s STEM Day, Liz led hands-on engineering activities for the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) event. She guided students through the House of Cards challenge, where teams built and tested structures—some supporting over 30 weights and a soda can! As a bilingual professional, she ensured all students could engage fully, helping a Spanish-speaking team construct the strongest structure of the day. Her dedication to mentorship, inclusion, and representation makes her a true leader in the community, and undoubtedly a DEA Community Champion. #DEAcommunitychampion #CommunityChampions #CommunityService #GiveBack

Happy National Surveyors Week! Precision is everything when it comes to maintaining and renovating the busiest locks in America! The DEA team provided survey support for Seattle’s historic Ballard Locks— the ongoing effort to replace machinery, prevent flooding, and maintain aging equipment while minimizing disruption. DEA partnered with Manson Construction and USACE to ensure the new gates were installed with utmost accuracy. Our team provided: High-precision control work, Laser scanning & as-builts, and Real-time measurements during installation. Check out this Cascade PBS article covering the project! https://ow.ly/QaQn50VifLh #NationalSurveyorsWeek #GeospatialEngineering #Surveying #BallardLocks #PrecisionMatters #DEAEngineering

Scholar Spotlight: Ramiro Gonzalez One of our scholarship recipients, Ramiro, checked in on his 2024-2025 academic journey, and we’re excited to share his progress! Ramiro is a Civil Engineering student at Portland State University’s Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science and serves as Co-Captain of the PSU American Society of Civil Engineers Concrete Canoe team. This unique competition challenges students to design, build, and race a canoe made of concrete—applying real-world engineering and project management skills while creating valuable industry connections. Ramiro leads the Hull Design and Construction, helping shape the team’s success. At DEA, we’re proud to support talented individuals like Ramiro through our scholarship program, empowering the next generation of engineers driving innovation in the field. Join us in celebrating Ramiro and his dedication to Civil Engineering! #ScholarSpotlight #FutureEngineers #CivilEngineering #DEAScholarship

This International Women's Day, we celebrate the incredible women at DEA who drive innovation, lead teams, and support our mission every day. From engineers to executives, their impact is felt across our projects and communities. Here’s a snapshot of the women making a difference at DEA! #IWD #InternationalWomen'sDay #AccelerateAction #IWD2025 #DEAEngineering