Mervana Mograby
Aaley
Summary
Innovative and detail-oriented GIS and Civil Engineer with a strong foundation in spatial analysis, infrastructure design, and disaster risk assessment. Proven experience applying GIS tools to urban planning, resilience strategies, and sustainability projects. Proficient in developing geospatial solutions, interactive dashboards, and story maps using the ArcGIS suite. Passionate about applying data-driven insights to address real-world infrastructure and environmental challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder – Skincare, Body & Haircare Brand
Malvón
12.2024 - Current
- Built and scaled a retail brand, achieving a 60% increase in visibility through digital marketing.
- Increased customer retention by 30% with curated bundles and loyalty strategies.
- Designed luxury-inspired branding & packaging, positioning products competitively in the natural care market.
- Applied data-driven marketing analysis to improve lead conversion and customer reach.
Tutor
YMY Agency
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted students with problem-solving and concept clarification, fostering academic growth across diverse disciplines, including specialized engineering challenges.
Graduate Research Assistant
GIS Center- University of Balamand
10.2024 - Current
- Optimization of Solid waste management collection
- Development of Municipal GIS projects
- Building various Dashboards for Disaster Preparedness
- Development of course materials leveraging GIS for climate action initiatives
- Co-authoring several scientific papers stemming from these projects, further expanding the Center's research impact on geospatial applications.
Student Virtual Tutoring
Study Pool Inc.
04.2021 - Current
- Consistently demonstrated problem-solving skills and initiative by guiding 14 science, engineering, and business students to a 97% success rate, consistently delivering high-quality solutions, and managing a diverse workload in a fast-paced environment to enhance student performance and foster resilience.
- Approximately 85% of students returned for further support, with 6 becoming repeat students due to the impactful guidance provided.
Geographic Information System Intern
UN-Habitat
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted post-war damage assessments (2024–2025) using ArcGIS Pro and AGOL, integrating building footprint data and high-resolution imagery.
- Utilized STDM surveys and population tessellation to generate zonal statistics for impact quantification and spatial equity analysis.
- Automated data extraction from ArcGIS Online using ArcGIS Python API to streamline workflows and ensure data integrity.
- Performed 3D quarry analysis and elevation profiling to evaluate landform transformation due to extraction activities.
- Applied deep learning models for building footprint detection, enhancing post-conflict urban reconstruction planning.
- Created interactive dashboards, surveys, story-maps, and 3D scenes to support urban observatory efforts and stakeholder communication.
Globally Responsible Engineering Programme
Engineers Without Borders UK
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Integrated sustainable and ethical engineering principles, emphasizing community engagement in project design.
Virtual Civil Engineering Internship
John Holland
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Concrete Take-Off: Estimated materials for cost-effective project planning.
- Subcontractor Rates: Negotiated for optimal project cost reduction.
- Design & Program: Aligned with timelines and project specifications.
- Project Documentation: Organized files for efficient management.
Site Engineer Trainee
Najjar Enterprise
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Reviewed technical designs for adherence to industry standards and verified in progress site construction relative to approved technical design.
- Recorded daily site activities to evaluate process efficiency and improve productivity using Primavera.
- Assisted in planning work assignments based on team performance and production schedules.
Site Engineer Trainee
Zarr United Group
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Interpreted engineering drawings, maintaining quality and reliability with a 100% compliance rate.
- Supported project management tasks to ensure timely completion of construction activities.
- Collaborated with team members to address technical challenges on-site.
Digital Marketing
The_Shoe_Box
03.2018 - 04.2022
- Developed pricing strategies and promotional offers to drive sales.
- Select products or accessories to be displayed at trade or special production shows.
Student Tutoring
Afterschool Links Academy
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Review instructional content, methods, and student evaluations to assess strengths and weaknesses, and to develop recommendations for course revision, development, or elimination.
- Assigned and assessed coursework to reinforce student understanding.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Balamand
Kalhat, Al-Kurah 06.2025
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Construction
University of Balamand
Kalhat, Al-Kurah 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Education & Teaching Secondary School
Aley, Mount Lebanon05.2018
Skills
- Technical Skills:
- Proficient in advanced engineering design software: AutoCAD, ArcGIS PRO, ArcGIS Online, Q-GIS, Revit, Civil 3D, COMSOL, KENLAYER, and ETABS
- Experienced with Microsoft Office Tools and Primavera
- Knowledgeable in C and C, programming languages
- Interpersonal Skills:
- Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
- Adaptable in diverse work environments and responsive to constructive feedback
- I am skilled at managing conflicts professionally and promoting team cohesion
Accomplishments
- Integrated GIS, BIM, and Power BI to create 3D infrastructure models linked with spatial data, enabling interactive dashboards for planning and recovery analysis.
- Built big data pipelines with Databricks and Python, automating ETL workflows for faster geospatial data cleaning, processing, and analysis.
- Conducted 3D terrain modeling of quarry sites using DEMs and ArcGIS 3D Analyst tools, performing volumetric change detection with Cut/Fill and TIN analysis.
- Automated parcel polygon correction from CAD files using ArcGIS Pro and FME, reducing manual editing and ensuring topographic accuracy.
- Designed GIS-based disaster risk simulations (floods, earthquakes, tsunamis) with population overlays and 3D visualization to support emergency planning.
- Modeled structural systems (beams, slabs, dams) with FEM tools, validating numerical and analytical results for improved accuracy.
- Simulated signalized intersections with AnyLogic, optimizing traffic flow, LOS, and congestion management.
Certification
- Certificate of Completion – ESRI Lebanon Training Spatial Analysis and Deep Learning with ArcGIS
- Certificate of Completion – ESRI Web Course Managing LiDAR Data Using LAS Datasets
- First Runner-Up – ESRI GIS Competition May 2, 2025 Recognized for the project “Earthquake Disaster Assessment in Aabadiyeh, Lebanon,” which evaluated seismic vulnerabilities with a focus on infants, the elderly, and people with special needs.
- Utilized ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Story Maps, Dashboards, 3D Analyst, and Model Builder to identify high-risk zones and support disaster preparedness.
- The project featured advanced geospatial visualization, land use mapping, 3D modeling, and digital twin creation to drive inclusive, data-informed urban resilience planning.
- Certificate of Merit – University of Balamand November 29, 2018
- Certificate of Participation – Global Classroom Model United Nations Lebanese American University, March 21, 2017
- Certificate of Completion – Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Dar Al-Ulum for Professions (PCS), Aley, Mount Lebanon | July 2021
LANGUAGES
English – C2
Arabic – Native
Timeline
Geographic Information System Intern
UN-Habitat
02.2025 - 08.2025
Founder – Skincare, Body & Haircare Brand
Malvón
12.2024 - Current
Tutor
YMY Agency
11.2024 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
GIS Center- University of Balamand
10.2024 - Current
Globally Responsible Engineering Programme
Engineers Without Borders UK
06.2023 - 06.2023
Virtual Civil Engineering Internship
John Holland
05.2023 - 06.2023
Site Engineer Trainee
Najjar Enterprise
07.2022 - 08.2022
Site Engineer Trainee
Zarr United Group
02.2022 - 05.2022
Student Virtual Tutoring
Study Pool Inc.
04.2021 - Current
Student Tutoring
Afterschool Links Academy
01.2020 - 05.2021
Digital Marketing
The_Shoe_Box
03.2018 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Balamand
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Construction
University of Balamand
High School Diploma -
Education & Teaching Secondary School