Using a Virtual Assistant for Scheduling, Dispatch, and Project Management in Construction?

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October 12, 2025

by a professional from Miami University of Ohio in Denver, CO, USA

I’m looking for guidance and best practices from those who have successfully used a Virtual Assistant (VA) to schedule projects, dispatch employees, and manage work schedules. In particular, I’d love to learn: What countries and services you’ve found success with What tools or systems are working well for you Any best practices you’ve discovered for communication, accountability, or training Background: I acquired a high-production concrete flatwork business about a year ago. We serve large home builders who award us all of the concrete work for each neighborhood — typically 2–5 years per development — including garages, porches, patios, driveways, and sidewalks. Each day we pour in two neighborhoods, completing 2–10 items per day. When I acquired the business, the seller was personally handling all accounting, measuring, project scheduling, concrete ordering, and employee dispatch. So far, I’ve successfully hired and onboarded a VA to handle bookkeeping (client invoicing, vendor expenses, payroll, etc.). I’ve also trained my setup team to send measurements directly to our accountant to streamline invoicing. Now, I’m looking to delegate project scheduling, concrete ordering, and employee dispatch — and would appreciate insights from anyone who’s effectively integrated a VA into these types of operational roles. If you’re interested in more of my story, I was recently on Acquiring Minds (September 2025 episode titled “A Few Hours a Week, A Few States Away.”)
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from Emory University in Saugerties, NY, USA
I have found it difficult to integrate VAs into operations without a robust backend software. Either custom or customized. Jobber would be a good starting point. They can integrate just about anything and have seen it all. Wish I could be more help.
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in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Hi ^redacted‌, I have been providing virtual assistant services since 2018, and I am confident that I can help you further streamline your work, just as you have done for bookkeeping. We have worked with a wide variety of businesses, including searchers looking to acquire businesses to help them with deal sourcing and people who have acquired businesses to help them manage back-office operations. We already have a process for communication and can seamlessly fit in and get the work done as you require. I am also running an offer to try our services for 10 hours for just $29 Check out more about us - https://hireva.org/ You can reach out to me via email at redacted or redacted
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