
Prof. Eman Elrifaei
Ph.D, MSC, MBA, PMP-CPP
Digital Forensics & eDiscovery; and,
Litigation Support & Expert Services
Consulting Assistant Manager
Phone: +1 (703) 656-2121 EXT. 138
Email: eelrifaei@RKA-worldwide.com
Dayton, Ohio, United States
Project Management Professional (PMP) with a background in engineering, procurement, and academic program delivery. Gained early experience in a large-scale construction project through procurement and vendor coordination. Since then, developed strong skills in planning, coordination, and structured execution through technical and academic roles. Currently focused on transitioning back into project-based work, with an emphasis on construction and infrastructure, building on prior field exposure and formal project management training.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Began career in engineering and infrastructure support, including procurement work on a large-scale construction project. Transitioned into academia while completing advanced degrees (PhD, MBA), where I focused on structured problem solving, coordination, and program delivery. Recently earned PMP certification and now pursuing a return to project-based roles, with the goal of applying both technical and management training in construction and infrastructure environments.
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND MEMBERSHIPS
Ph.D. – Electrical and Computer Engineering, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
MBA – School of Business, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH
M.S. – Electrical and Computer Engineering, Southern Illinois University
B.S. – Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mu`tah University, Mu`tah, Jordan
• PMP® – Project Management Professional
• PMI-CPMAI – Certified Professional Management AI (In Progress)
• CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate
SPEAKING AND TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Assistant Professor of Practice – University of Dayton | 2024 – Present
Visiting Assistant Professor – University of Dayton | 2021 – 2023

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