Yaser Rahimi

Portfolio Manager, PMO & PfMO Consultant

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Noticable Services:

Project Management office (PMO)

As a PMO consultant, I enhance your organization’s project management capabilities by establishing and optimizing a PMO framework aligned with your strategic goals. I evaluate and improve project management practices, implement effective methodologies like Agile or Waterfall, and provide training to teams. Additionally, I develop standards for project reporting, risk management, and governance to ensure consistent success and accountability across your enterprise.

Project Portfolio Management Office (PfMO)

As a Portfolio Management Office (PfMO) consultant, I focus on optimizing your project portfolio for strategic alignment and maximum effectiveness. My expertise includes prioritizing key projects, balancing the portfolio to align with organizational goals, and authorizing projects that support the strategic vision. This approach helps streamline the project selection process and improve overall portfolio performance.

Dashboard reporting Development (BI)

Identify the key objectives and goals the management dashboards will serve, such as enhancing decision-making, improving project performance, optimizing resource allocation, and assessing portfolio health.

About

journey as a Portfolio Manager, PMO & PfMO Consultant

I having achieved both a Master’s and a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from the University of Tehran in 2013 and 2021 respectively, possesses a profound research interest in the domains of Supply Chain Management, Transportation Engineering, Construction and Project Management, and Computational Intelligence. Yaser’s academic impact is underscored by his impressive record, featuring more than 15 highly-cited research papers in their respective fields. This accolade extends to his authorship of 2 papers ranked among the top 1%, as well as 9 others positioned in the top 10% of the most-cited articles across the expansive spectrum of Engineering. Beyond his research commitments, I dedicate his knowledge as a discerning reviewer for over 30 distinguished journals within the domains of Operations Research, Management Science, and Project Management. His scholarly journey commenced in 2015 as a Research Associate at the University of Tehran, where he continues to enrich the academic landscape with his contributions.

I embarked on the journey of creating Portfolio Radio podcast as a visionary non-profit initiative, driven by a profound commitment to elevate the Iranian Portfolio and Project Management ecosystem (Since 2020). This pioneering venture proudly holds the distinction of being the premier and exclusive Persian podcast within this specialized realm. The wealth of knowledge and insights offered by Portfolio Radio are easily accessible through multiple platforms, including Castbox, Podbean, Shenoto, and Apple Podcast applications. Our overarching mission is to ignite positive transformation, disseminate invaluable expertise, and lead the charge in innovation within the Iranian project management community. Tune in and join us in this remarkable journey of growth and excellence (4 Seasons and 33 Episodes).

With 13 years of dedicated experience, my expertise lies in the establishment of PMOs (Project Management Offices) and PfMOs (Project Portfolio Management Offices) to drive organizational excellence. I excel in creating dynamic dashboard reporting using Power BI, enabling data-driven insights that inform decision-making and promote strategic project optimization. My proficiency extends to professional scheduling tools such as P6, MSP, and JIRA, ensuring precise project execution and resource management. Additionally, I have a proven track record in designing methodologies and processes within the P3O framework, streamlining operations, enhancing project efficiency, and fostering seamless collaboration.

WorkSHOPS

Conducted Strategic Project and Portfolio Management Workshops (400 hours)

  • Project Portfolio Management Workshop – (16 hours, 2023) – IBKO Mining Holding
  • Project Management Workshop – (32 hours, 2022) – Sina Bank
  • PMBOK 6th Workshop – (16 hours, 2022) – Energy Holding (Shasta)
  • Planning and Project Control Workshop – (20 hours, 2022) – IT Deputy of Sepah Bank
  • Project Analyst Expert Training – (25 hours, 2022) – Dorsa Brand Group
  • PMO Workshop for Senior Managers – (4 hours, 2022) – Oghab Afshan (Scania’s largest partner worldwide)
  • PMO Expert Training Workshop – (8 hours, 2022) – Bank Sepah
  • Project Excellence Award Evaluation Workshop – (4 hours, 2022) – Sepah Bank
  • Project Management Methodology Workshop – (12 hours, 2022) – Sepah Bank
  • Professional Project Scheduling Workshop with GAO – (6 hours, 2022) – Sepah Bank
  • Professional Project Management Dashboard Workshop with POWER BI – (6 hours, 2022) – Sepah Bank
  • Professional Project Scheduling and Management Workshop – (16 hours, 2022) – Snapp
  • Project Management Methodology Workshop – (5 hours, 2021) – Golrang System
  • PMO Workshop – (9 hours, 2021) – University of Tehran / DBA Project Management Course
  • Project Excellence Award Assessor/ Training Workshop – (20 hours, 2021) – IPMA
  • Agile Project Management and Product Management Workshop – (8 hours, 2021) – TOSAN Company
  • Objectives and Key Results (OKR) Workshop – (8 hours, 2021) – TOSAN Company
  • Portfolio Management in Practice Workshop – (8 hours, 2020) – Tehran Municipality
  • Power BI Workshop – (8 hours, 2020) – Tehran Municipality
  • Project Management Methodology Workshop – (15 hours, 2020) – Saba Tire Company
  • Design and Implementation of PMO Workshop – (16 hours, 2020) – Ariana Project Management Institute
  • Risk Management Based on ISO 31000/31010 Workshop – (16 hours, 2020) – University of Tehran
  • Project Management Methodology Based on PRINCE2 Workshop – (18 hours, 2018) – University of Tehran
  • Agile Project Management in Practice Workshop – (16 hours, 2018) – Industrial Management Institute
  • PRINCE2 Methodology in Practice Workshop – (8 hours, 2018) – Arak province
  • Lead Auditor Course Based on ISO 21500-2012 – (40 hours, 2017) – Dana Energy
  • Earned Value Management System Course – (12 hours, 2016) – Research Institute of Petroleum Industry
  • Planning and Project Control Workshop with PRIMAVERA 6 – (12 hours, 2016) – University of Tehran
  • Planning and Project Control Workshop with MSP Software – (12 hours, 2016) – University of Tehran
  • Project Management Dashboard Design Workshop with EXCEL – (8 hours, 2016) – University of Tehran

Publications (Journals)

Scholarly Contributions: Key Publications by Dr. Yaser Rahimi

  • Shahrabi, F., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Triki, C., Pahlevani, M., & Rahimi, Y. (2022). Modelling and solving the bi-objective production–transportation problem with time windows and social sustainability. IMA Journal of Management Mathematics, 33(4), 637-662.
  • Ghasemkhani, A., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Rahimi, Y., Shahnejat-Bushehri, S., & Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, H. (2022). Integrated production-inventory-routing problem for multi-perishable products under uncertainty by meta-heuristic algorithms. International Journal of Production Research, 60(9), 2766-2786.
  • Pourmohammadi, P., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Rahimi, Y., & Triki, C. (2021). Solving a hub location-routing problem with a queue system under social responsibility by a fuzzy meta-heuristic algorithm. Annals of Operations Research, 1-30.
  • Zokaee, M., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., & Rahimi, Y. (2021). Post-disaster reconstruction supply chain: Empirical optimization study. Automation in Construction, 129, 103811.
  • Mokhtarzadeh, M., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Triki, C., & Rahimi, Y. (2021). A hybrid of clustering and meta-heuristic algorithms to solve a p-mobile hub location–allocation problem with the depreciation cost of hub facilities. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 98, 104121.
  • Rahimi, Y. (2020). Fuzzy Approach Model to Portfolio Risk Response Strategies. Book Chapter. In Risk Management. IntechOpen.
  • Haghjoo, N., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Hani Shahmoradi-Moghadam, Sh., Rahimi, Y. (2020). Reliable blood supply chain network design with facility disruption: A real-world application. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 90, 103493.
  • Kaveh, F., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Triki, C., Rahimi, Y., & Jamili, A. (2019). A new bi-objective model of the urban public transportation hub network design under uncertainty. Annals of Operations Research, 1-32.
  • Rahimi, Y., Torabi, S.A., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R. (2019). A new robust-possibilistic reliable hub protection model with back-up hubs and elastic demands under risk. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 86, 68-82.
  • Roshan, M., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Rahimi, Y. (2019). A Two-stage Approach to Agile Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Management with Product Substitutability in Crises. Computers & Chemical Engineering, 127, 200-217.
  • Khodemani-Yazdi, M., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Bashiri, M., Rahimi, Y. (2019)Solving a new bi-objective hierarchical hub location problem with an M/M/c queuing framework. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 78, 53-70.
  • Rahimi, Y., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Iranmanesh, S. H., & Vaez-Alaei, M. (2018). Hybrid Approach to Construction Project Risk Management with Simultaneous FMEA/ISO 31000/Evolutionary Algorithms: Empirical Optimization Study. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(6), 04018043.
  • Rahimi, Y., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Shojaie, S., & Cheraghi, I. (2017). Design of an innovative construction model for supply chain management by measuring agility and cost of quality: An empirical study. Scientia Iranica, 24(5), 2515-2526.
  • Zhalechian, M., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Rahimi, Y., & Jolai, F. (2017). An interactive possibilistic programming approach for a multi-objective hub location problem: Economic and environmental design. Applied Soft Computing, 52, 699-713.
  • Zhalechian, M., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., & Rahimi, Y. (2017). A self-adaptive evolutionary algorithm for a fuzzy multi-objective hub location problem: An integration of responsiveness and social responsibility. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 62, 1-16.
  • Azadeh, A., Rahimi, Y., Zarrin, M., Ghaderi, A., & Shabanpour, N. (2017). A decision-making methodology for vendor selection problem with uncertain inputs. Transportation Letters, 9(3), 123-140.
  • Akbari-Jafarabadi, M., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Mahmoodjanloo, M., & Rahimi, Y. (2017). A tri-level r-interdiction median model for a facility location problem under imminent attack. Computers & Industrial Engineering, 114, 151-165.
  • Pourreza, P., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Aghamohamadi, S., Bozorgi-Amiri, A., & Rahimi, Y. (2017, December). A capacitated location-routing problem with customer satisfaction under facility disruption. In 2017 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM) (pp. 979-983). IEEE.
  • Rahimi, Y., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Mohammadi, M., & Sadeghi, M. (2016). Multi-objective hub network design under uncertainty considering congestion: An M/M/c/K queue system. Applied Mathematical Modelling, 40(5-6), 4179-4198.
  • Mohammadi, M., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., Siadat, A., & Rahimi, Y. (2016). A game-based meta-heuristic for a fuzzy bi-objective reliable hub location problem. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 50, 1-19.
  • Sadeghi, M., Jolai, F., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., & Rahimi, Y. (2015). A new stochastic approach for a reliable p-hub covering location problem. Computers & Industrial Engineering, 90, 371-380.
  • Zhalechian, M., Tavakkoli-Moghaddam, R., & Rahimi, Y. (2015). A bi-objective p-hub location problem with a queue system and transportation modes. In Proc., 45 Int. Conf. on Computers and Industrial Engineering (CIE45).

Certificates

certificates of reviewing in the following journals

Awards

Honoring Achievements: Awards & Recognitions

PMO

Project Management office (PMO)

  • Perform comprehensive assessments of organizational project management capabilities, PMO maturity level, and specific challenges.
  • Develop customized PMO implementation and optimization strategies aligned with business objectives and priorities.
  • Define clear PMO roles, responsibilities, and governance structures to ensure effective decision-making and accountability.
  • Identify and address gaps and inefficiencies in existing PMO processes to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Provide expert guidance and support in managing organizational change associated with PMO implementation, including stakeholder engagement and communication strategies.
  • Deliver personalized coaching sessions to PMO leaders, managers, and team members to address specific challenges and enhance performance.
  • Facilitate interactive workshops and peer learning sessions to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and best practice exchange among PMO professionals.
  • Offer tailored guidance on acquiring and refining essential project management skills, including leadership, communication, and strategic planning.
  • Curate a rich repository of PMO resources, including articles, whitepapers, templates, and best practice guides, to support continuous learning and development.
  • Host engaging webinars, workshops, and networking events focused on emerging trends, innovative practices, and industry insights in project management and PMO leadership.
  • Cultivate a supportive online community of PMO professionals through forums, discussion groups, and online platforms to encourage collaboration and knowledge exchange

PFMO

Project Portfolio Management Office (PfMO)

  • Conduct a thorough assessment of your organization’s current portfolio management practices.
  • Define the objectives and goals of establishing a PfMO.
  • Identify key stakeholders and involve them in the planning process.
  • Develop a roadmap for implementing the PfMO, including timelines and milestones.
  • Establish a governance structure for the PfMO, including roles and responsibilities.
  • Define decision-making processes and escalation procedures.
  • Ensure alignment with the overall organizational governance framework.
  • Develop criteria for prioritizing projects and initiatives within the portfolio.
  • Implement a robust project evaluation and selection process.
  • Ensure alignment of the portfolio with organizational strategies and objectives.
  • Define resource allocation processes to optimize resource utilization across projects.
  • Implement mechanisms for monitoring and managing resource capacity and demand.
  • Establish a resource management framework to address conflicts and dependencies.
  • Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the performance of the portfolio.
  • Implement tracking mechanisms to monitor progress against targets.
  • Regularly review and analyze performance data to identify areas for improvement.
  • Develop a risk management framework to identify, assess, and mitigate risks within the portfolio.
  • Implement risk monitoring and reporting processes to ensure timely response to emerging risks.
  • Integrate risk management practices into decision-making processes.
  • Establish communication channels to keep stakeholders informed about portfolio activities and performance.
  • Develop reporting mechanisms to provide timely and relevant information to decision-makers.
  • Ensure transparency and accountability in reporting practices.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the PfMO.
  • Encourage feedback from stakeholders and incorporate lessons learned into portfolio management practices.
  • Regularly review and update policies, processes, and procedures to adapt to changing business needs.

Dashboard Reporing

developing dashboard reporting using bi

  • Identify the key objectives and goals the management dashboards will serve, such as enhancing decision-making, improving project performance, optimizing resource allocation, and assessing portfolio health.
  • Collaborate with senior managers to understand their specific information needs and the metrics they use to evaluate performance and make strategic decisions.
  • Identify relevant data sources including project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello), product management systems, financial systems, and any other sources of project, product, and portfolio data.
  • Use Power BI’s data connectors to integrate data from various sources into a unified data model.
  • Cleanse, transform, and model the data to ensure consistency and accuracy.
  • Define relationships between different datasets to enable comprehensive analysis.
  • Design visually appealing and intuitive dashboards that provide senior managers with actionable insights at a glance.
  • Utilize Power BI’s wide range of visualization options including charts, graphs, maps, and tables to effectively communicate key metrics and trends.
  • Ensure the dashboard layout is user-friendly and intuitive, allowing for easy navigation and exploration.
  • Identify and define the key performance indicators (KPIs) that will be monitored on the dashboards.
  • Implement measures and calculations within Power BI to accurately calculate and visualize KPIs.
  • Incorporate interactive features such as slicers, filters, and drill-down capabilities to enable senior managers to explore data in-depth and gain deeper insights.
  • Implement dynamic filtering and highlighting functionalities to facilitate quick identification of critical information.
  • Ensure data security by implementing appropriate access controls and permissions within Power BI.
  • Define roles and access levels to restrict access to sensitive information based on user roles and responsibilities.
  • Thoroughly test the dashboards to ensure accuracy, reliability, and performance.
  • Validate the dashboards with senior managers to ensure they meet their expectations and address their information needs.
  • Deploy the dashboards to a secure and accessible platform, such as a web portal or Power BI Service.
  • Provide senior managers with easy access to the dashboards, either through direct embedding or secure login portals.
  • Provide training sessions to senior managers on how to effectively use the dashboards to monitor performance and make data-driven decisions.
  • Offer ongoing support and assistance to address any questions or issues that may arise during usage.
  • Continuously gather feedback from senior managers and stakeholders to identify areas for improvement.
  • Iterate on the dashboard design and content to ensure it remains relevant and valuable over time.

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