About David Evans and Associates
What is David Evans and Associates?
David Evans and Associates (DEA) says it "began as two entrepreneurial individuals staking a claim in the consulting engineering services industry", with the philosophy to "hire outstanding professionals and give them the freedom and support to do what they do best." It was founded on April 1, 1976 in Portland, Oregon, and its History page says it grew from "a two-person firm in Portland, Oregon" into "an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with more than 1,000 employees committed to serving private- and public-sector clients across the nation." Its Locations page says it employs "more than 1000 professionals in offices located in California, Colorado, Idaho, Mississippi, Nevada, New York, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington."
Its work is organized into energy, land development, transportation, water and environment, surveying and geomatics, and marine services, with solutions that include construction engineering, landscape architecture, environmental planning and compliance, and project management. Its postings span bridge engineers, water and wastewater engineers, substation and transmission designers, survey managers, project accountants and construction managers.
Where will I work?
Its careers page says to "apply for open positions with any of our 30 locations", and most of its postings end with a list such as "Potential office locations include: Portland, OR; Salem, OR." Its benefits page lists "Hybrid Work Schedules", so most office roles combine the office and home. One senior substation posting says the "location for this hybrid-friendly position is flexible with a preference for individuals who are based near one of DEA's offices", adds "Fully remote may be considered depending on circumstances", and says new hires "must attend their first day and onboarding activities in person at a DEA office". Construction inspection and field survey work follows the project site.
What is the DEA team like?
Its careers page says "We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work" and describes "employee ownership, stability, and supportive environment". It says that "Through DEA's Officer Program, employees have the opportunity to share in ownership", and that it takes "pride in our recognition as a Best Place to Work and a Healthiest Workplace". Its Career Growth page describes DEA University, mentorships, a Kick-Start Grant of "$500 for expenses and 8 hours of labor", tuition reimbursement, and reimbursement of professional license fees and association memberships.
Work-Life Balance
Its benefits page lists "9/80 Schedule: Most employees have every other Friday off, reducing the amount of employee commuting", and most of the postings on its board repeat it, such as "Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!"; its construction, survey and marine postings do not. A 9/80 schedule fits 80 hours into nine days a fortnight, so the week stays at 40 hours on average. The same page lists "PTO and Holiday Pay: Take advantage of ample paid time off and holiday pay to ensure a healthy work-life balance", and sick time accrues at 4% of eligible gross pay. It also offers a Guaranteed Ride Home program and an employee assistance program.
Perks and Benefits
- A 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off for most employees
- Hybrid work schedules, with remote work considered for some roles
- Medical, dental and vision insurance, plus life insurance and short and long term disability cover
- A 401(k) plan with a discretionary match, and access to financial planning advisers
- A health savings account with an annual deposit of up to $1,250, and flexible spending accounts
- Adoption assistance of up to $7,500
- Paid time off and holiday pay, with sick time accruing at 4% of eligible gross pay
- An employee assistance program, wellbeing challenges and on-demand exercise classes
- DEA University, a $500 Kick-Start Grant, tuition and professional license reimbursement
- The opportunity to share in ownership through the Officer Program
- Pay ranges stated in its postings