End-to-End Project & Vendor Management That Freed Engineers to Focus on Site Work
Client
Boutique civil & structural engineering firm (Australia-based).
Challenges
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Needed support with vendor coordination, billing, and contractor follow-ups on multiple field projects
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Delayed documentation and technical report submissions affected client trust
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No system in place for tracking time, project milestones, or team billing
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Poor file format management led to issues in collaboration with external consultants
Solution Provided
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Took over project tracking and time logging, using tools like ClickUp and Toggl
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Managed vendor and contractor communications, created standard billing templates, and followed up on due invoices
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Consolidated all project documentation and drawings, converting and formatting for compatibility (DWG to PDF, etc.)
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Drafted, proofread, and submitted technical reports on behalf of project managers
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Updated their website and social media with completed project case studies and team achievements
Results
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Billing errors reduced by 90%, and payments collected faster
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On-time project documentation increased from 58% to 96%
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Vendor response time improved, avoiding 2 major project delays
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Generated 3 new client leads from improved online presence
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Allowed engineers to focus on site work while VA team handled backend coordination
With the backend now running smoothly, the firm experienced better client relationships, fewer disruptions, and a stronger online reputation—freeing their technical team to do what they do best: build and deliver.