
Daniel A. Nelson, P.L.S.
Principal, President, Survey Manager
Daniel A. Nelson, P.L.S., is a Principal, President, and Survey Manager at Branch Engineering with over 25 years of professional surveying experience. He provides leadership across the firm’s surveying services and supports complex projects for public agencies, utilities, and private development throughout Oregon.
Dan is a licensed Professional Land Surveyor and holds a Bachelor of Science in Geomatics. His project experience includes large institutional facilities, infrastructure improvements, and industrial developments. He is actively involved in advancing the surveying profession and supporting high standards of practice statewide.
Education & Licensure:
Bachelor of Science in Geomatics
Professional Land Surveyor – Oregon #84832
Professional Involvement:
Professional Land Surveyors of Oregon — 2025 State Chairman
2009 Associate Member of the Year
Personal Note:
Dan enjoys golfing, fly fishing, snowboarding, and world travel.