The best in the business

Efe Shurka, Chairman and member of the Board of Directors of SIG, established the company in New York in 1980. Efe Shurka overseas all of SIG’s operations in New York, Israel, and Europe from the acquisition to the management stage of each venture. He plays a crucial role in assuring that objectives are achieved.
His exceptional vision, attention to detail, and ability to devise unique solutions to complex transactions has earned him his sterling reputation.

Originally, Efe Shurka established SIG as an investment group specializing in the oil and real estate industries.  As a developer, he immersed himself in the architectural, engineering, design and construction of each project in his general contracting firm. Before long, Efe Shurka expanded SIG’s realm of investments to other fields, such as engineering, transportation, fast-food, and medica facilitiesl.

In 2003, Efe Shurka led the expansion of SIG from a national to an international investment group by joining forces with various partners.

Malka Carmazi holds a D.D.S. degree from N.Y.U. University since 1985.

While engaged in dentistry, for over 40 years Dr. Carmazi has been involved in the establishment and management of S.I.G in the United States

Dr. Carmazi responsibilities were marketing management, rentals, establish of a medical center, obtaining building permits and other permits from various government agencies

In 2018, Dr. Carmazi returned to Israel with her family and joined the Gadish Group, as the owner’s representative

General (reserve) avigdor kahalani served as deputy mayor of Tel-Aviv, was elected to the Knesset, chairmen of friends of the IDF (Israel defense forces) and was appointed as minister of Homeland Security. He earned a Bachelor degree from Tel Aviv University and a Master’s degree in political science from Haifa University.

General Avigdor Kahalani commanded Battalion 97 and received the “Medal of Distinguished Service” for his combat on the battlefield in Jaradi on the outskirts of Gaza, he also received the highest Israeli military decoration, the “Medal of Valor” For his actions and courage during the Yom Kippur War. He left active military service in 1988.

In January 2014, he received the “President’s Medal” for his courage and leadership on the battlefield, long-standing contribution to Israel’s security, being a model of inspiration for thousands of young soldiers, and the welfare of IDF soldiers and commanders.

After leaving the IDF, Avigdor Kahalani made his way into politics. He served as Deputy Mayor of Tel Aviv and was elected to the Knesset as a member of the Labor Party in the 1992 election. He was appointed a minister of Homeland Security and a member of the Education and Culture Committee of the Knesset.

Books written by Avigdor Kahalani:
“77 OZ”, “A Warrior’s Way”, “The Power of Truth”, “I Swear” and “Lee House”.

Dr. Zvi Tziklik earned a B.Sc. in engineering, industrial management, and M.Sc. and doctorate degrees in civil engineering and construction management from the Technion. Presently, Dr. Zvi Tziklik is a senior lecturer in subjects related to civil engineering and construction management.

 Dr. Zvi Tziklik served in the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) from 1970-1975 and completed his military service as a Lieutenant Colonel.

Dr. Zvi Tziklik specializes in coordination of planning, management and execution of large scale projects and complex control systems of engineering.

In 2004, Mr. Karni joined the management team of S.I.G. in New York

In his capacity, he managed SIG assets

In 2018, Mr. Karni returned to Israel and joined the Gadish Group as a Business Development Manager

Education and Professional Knowledge:

Moshe is an engineer and a graduate of the Technion M.Sc, summa cum laude. He also has a B.Sc in civil engineering. 

Moshe’s vast professional experience includes infrastructure and real estate entrepreneurship, and civil and defense “mega project” management.

Experience:

• Vast experience in working with international corporations in complex engineering projects. 
• The CWE of the Jerusalem Light Rail Red Line’s.
• The head of the IDF’s residential project administrative division.
• An IDF Colonel (res.). Occupied numerous senior management and command positions in the IDF’s construction center and in combat units.
• Vast experience in infrastructure and real estate entrepreneurship.
• Serves as Gadish Group CEO since 2018.

Education and Professional Knowledge:

Uziel has a BA in Industrial Management from Sapir College and an MBA from Ben Gurion University. He is also a certified practical structural engineer.

Uziel has extensive business development and entrepreneurial experience, which include project auditing and management of end-to-end RFP and bid submission processes.

Uziel also specializes in the establishment and management of PMO units that operate in multi-project environments, and in work plan outlining and management. His expertise includes optimal resource management and integration between multiple functions.   

Experience:

• Began working at Gadish Group in 2008, as a scheduling and budget auditing consultant.
• Served in a variety of positions, up to his appointment as CFO and Head of Business Development.

Education and Professional Knowledge:

Gal has a BA in Hotel Management, Tourism and Food Science, and an MBA with a Major in Organizational Behavior – both from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem.

Gal is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about civil engineering, which is an integral part of her professional world since 2006.

Experience:

• Vast experience in human resource management for construction companies 
• Has prior experience working for a global retailer.
• Since 2008, has worked extensively in organizational development and employee training and welfare. Gal provides the Gadish Group management team with HR-related guidance, while leading the company’s quality, safety and marketing operations.

Education and Professional Knowledge:

Yakov is a civil engineer graduate of the Technion in Vilnius (1983). Working for Gadish Group since 1991, Yakov has occupied several key positions. He currently serves as VP and South District Manager, a position he has occupied for the past several years. 

Experience:

• Vast experience in diverse project implementation and management, including industrial zone development, settlement expansions, residential neighborhood development for the Ministry of Construction and Housing, Israel Land Authority and local municipalities.

• Urban master plan advancement, detailed planning management, and infrastructure and construction development project management.

Sigalit Sapir is a seasoned executive specialized in asset management and business development. She excels at implementing efficient, large-scale processes and leads with a unique blend of strategic insight and operational prowess.

Strategic Project Manager, Israel Aerospace Industries: Spearheaded the business strategy division and managed expansive real estate assets across Israel. Coordinated with government agencies and local municipalities.

She served in the IDF for 23 years, Lt. Col. (resp.) Head of the Infrastructure and Deployment Branch in the Planning Division and the Construction Center, and also served in a variety of command and training positions.

VP & North District Manager, Gadish Group: Joined in 2023, bringing her expansive skill set and experience to the role.

Education and Professional Knowledge:

Education and Professional Knowledge:

Igor is an engineer. He is a graduate of the University of Water Economy’s Faculty of Hydro-Technical Engineering (Rivne, Ukraine, 1984).  

Experience:

• 30 years of experience in planning management and project implementation of residential neighborhoods, roads, bridges, water reservoirs, buildings, industrial zones, and more.

• Employed at Gadish Group since 1991. Started as a supervisor, and worked his way up to senior positions. Currently serves as the Group’s Central Branch Manager.

Education and Professional Knowledge:

Michal has a BA in Geography from Ben Gurion University and an MA in Geography and Urban Studies from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem.

Experience:

• Employed at Gadish Group since 1998. Started as a project manager, and currently oversees all urban master plan operations. 
• Has extensive plan preparation management experience on national, regional and local scales. Manages the entire process, from the initial idea and feasibility stages to programa preparation, construction plan and validation stages. 
• Urban master plan services are provided to government offices, local and regional municipalities, rural settlements, economic companies, and entrepreneurs and clients from the private sector.

Education and Professional Knowledge:

Canaan joined the Gadish Group in July 2025 as the Krayot Branch Manager.

Experience:

He holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Technion, and brings with him extensive experience in managing multidisciplinary projects in both the private and public sectors, in Israel and worldwide.

Throughout his career, Canaan has gained broad experience working with leading international companies such as JLL and Intel. His expertise includes guiding and leading economic and infrastructure projects, managing umbrella agreements with the Israel Land Authority (RMI) for urban infrastructure development, overseeing environmental projects for government ministries, and managing development projects for Israeli companies operating domestically and abroad.

Oren Chen has worked for the Gadish Group since 2002, starting his career in the group as an inspector and advancing in positions at the company until his position as manager of the Beer Sheva  branch.

Oren has extensive professional and managerial experience in managing large and complex projects, from the planning and construction phase to the execution and supervision management phase. His experience includes working with authorities, planning committees, government offices etc.

His experience in managing projects in many and varied areas such as residential neighborhoods, industrial areas, roads, pumping stations and reservoirs, public buildings and more.

Education and Professional Knowledge:

Zion is a civil engineer with over 35 years of experience, holding Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Civil Engineering from the Technion.

Experience:

He possesses extensive experience in management, design, and supervision roles, representing both service providers (construction, design, and management companies) as well as the client.

His background includes guiding and managing multidisciplinary projects in Israel and abroad, with a specialization in the preparation and submission of contracts and tenders in the fields of design and execution.

He has a proven track record in the design management of mega-projects across diverse disciplines: architecture, structural engineering, tunneling, electromechanical systems, security and low-voltage systems, roads, light rail tracks, and traffic.

He has vast experience in PPP and DBOT projects from the client’s perspective.

Zion brings unique, in-depth expertise in design management throughout all project phases, including both above-ground and underground Light Rail Transit (LRT) projects, as well as metro projects.

Elinor is gadis’s Eilat Branch Manager and is responsible for project management in of About 17 projects in Eilat.

Elinor has extensive professional and managerial experience of over 20 years in managing complex projects in the field of  Hotels, from the planning and construction phase to the execution management and supervision phase.

Her experience includes planning management, preparation of tenders, specifications, work plans, Consultants management, entrepreneurs and planners, spokesperson and public relations