Hazem Afana

Hazem Afana

Civil Engineer | Project Manager | MBA in Artificial Intelligence
PMP® | MEAL DPro® | Social Good DPro® | Project DPro®
Palestine | +970 599 498 524 | h.afana@mail.ru
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Professional Summary

Results-driven Project Manager and Civil Engineer with 16 years of progressive experience delivering construction, infrastructure, shelter, and WASH-related projects across Palestine and the UAE. Currently leading a $9 million luxury hotel development in Bethlehem while managing multi-disciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments. PMP® certified with specialized humanitarian credentials (MEAL DPro®, Social Good DPro®, PMD Pro®). Strong business acumen and business development intelligence, combined with growing expertise in AI applications for project management and data-driven decision making. Proven ability to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget under challenging conditions.

Core Competencies

Technical Civil Engineering Site Planning & Layout • Construction & Site Supervision • International Health & Safety Compliance • Quantity Surveying & BOQ Preparation • Infrastructure & Road Works • Residential, Commercial & Educational Buildings • Quality Control & Assurance • Surveying & Shop Drawings Review • Structural Analysis Software (PROKON, ETABS, SAFE)
Project Management Full Project Lifecycle Management • Budget & Cost Control • Schedule Management • Risk Analysis & Mitigation • Stakeholder & Owner Management • Client Communication & Meetings • Negotiation & Deal Management • Team Leadership & Coordination • Quality Management • Contract & Subcontractor Management
Humanitarian & Development Shelter Rehabilitation & Reconstruction • WASH-related Infrastructure • MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning) • Theory of Change & Logical Frameworks • Results Frameworks • Accountability to Affected Populations • Community Participation • Social Good Project Approaches
Business & Analytical Skills Business Acumen • Business Development Intelligence • Strategic Business Management • Business Performance Management • Business Intelligence Fundamentals • Data Analysis (Excel) • AI Applications in Project Management • Machine Learning Fundamentals

Professional Certifications

PMP Certificate PMP® Project Management Institute (PMI)
MEAL DPro MEAL DPro® PM4NGOs
Social Good DPro Social Good DPro® PM4NGOs
Project DPro Project DPro® (PMD Pro®) PM4NGOs
CHE Core Humanitarian Essentials (CHE)
WASH TPM in WASH Emergencies
AI in PM AI in Project Management Alison

Professional Experience

Project Manager
Sakakini & Partners Consultant Office | Bethlehem, Palestine | December 2022 – Present
  • Direct the full lifecycle of the Bethlehem Hotel Project (9,737 m²), a $9 million luxury development recognized as one of the premier hotels in the West Bank.
  • Lead and align multi-disciplinary teams across consultant and contractor sides to consistently deliver on schedule, quality, and budget targets.
  • Concurrently oversee a portfolio of smaller internal projects while maintaining rigorous control over cost, quality, and timelines.
  • Manage high-level owner communications, negotiations, stakeholder relations, and critical on-site decision-making.
Civil Engineer
Fast Building for Contractors | Sharjah, UAE | 2019 – 2022
  • Executed large-scale construction and infrastructure projects in a demanding contractor environment, leading teams of up to 19 engineers and 300 labourers.
  • Played a key role in the successful delivery of major developments, including:
    • Kalba Kornich Project (12,000 m²) – 16 condominiums
    • Victoria International School (19,000 m²) – First phase coordination and execution
    • Masid Jaber Project (500 m²) – Complete project lifecycle management
  • Drove quality assurance, schedule compliance, and seamless coordination with consultants and clients.
Supervisor Civil Engineer
Anas Hodaly Consultant Office | Palestine | 2016 – 2019
  • Supervised both design office and site operations for an extensive portfolio of residential projects across the West Bank.
  • Successfully delivered key concurrent assignments:
    • Awkaf Commercial Building (5,000 m²) – Supervisor Engineer
    • Alrayhan Yard (14 Villas for JAWWAL) – Inspector
    • Rawda 2 Residential Building – Civil Engineer
  • Ensured consistent quality standards and effective coordination between design, construction, and client requirements.
Site Engineer
Al-Eswed Company | Palestine | 2015 – 2016
  • Served as Contractor Engineer on the Saudi-funded Qalandia 7 Shelters Reconstruction project, contributing to the rehabilitation of shelters for vulnerable populations.
Technical Civil Engineer
Al-Harameen Consultant Office | Palestine | 2010 – 2015
  • Developed comprehensive technical expertise through progressive responsibility in design and site supervision.
  • Delivered key contributions on projects including:
    • Awkaf Commercial Building (1,700 m²) – Site Engineer
    • Europe Hospital Maintenance – Site Engineer (specialized finishing works)
    • Ayed Basheeti Street (1,000 m road + infrastructure) – Site Engineer (7-month