Lisa Nelson, PE is a seasoned civil engineer with over 25 years of experience in land development, infrastructure planning, and entitlement services. As Vice President and Principal at the Huitt-Zollars Phoenix office, Lisa brings a wealth of expertise in navigating complex jurisdictional approvals and delivering innovative, code-compliant solutions across a wide range of project types.

Throughout her career, Lisa has led the design and entitlement of more than 2,000 dwelling units, demonstrating a strong command of multidisciplinary coordination, value engineering, and regulatory compliance. Her portfolio includes residential, commercial, industrial, and public works projects, with a focus on problem-solving and continuous process improvement. Lisa holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Iowa and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Arizona.

She is known for her leadership in mentoring engineering teams and her commitment to delivering high-quality, efficient project outcomes.