The Caffeinated Contractor

Helping Contractors Build Virtual Teams, Systems & Freedom

You don’t have to do it all yourself. I help contractors create structure, hire virtual assistants, and implement systems that free up your time — so you can focus on growing your business (and maybe even enjoy a weekend off).

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I’ve Been Where You Are — Overworked, Overwhelmed, and Ready for Change

I get it. You’re a contractor buried in projects, phone calls, and constant stress. You’re juggling job sites, estimates, and client demands, and it feels like there’s never enough time in the day. I’ve been there.

After 23 years in the Navy and building my own construction company, Elevation Construction, from the ground up, I learned the hard way that success requires more than just hard work! It requires systems, leadership, and the right team. The breakthrough came when I built a remote team of virtual assistants who handled the admin chaos, kept communication flowing, and gave me back my time to focus on growth.

Now, through The Caffeinated Contractor, I teach other contractors how to do the same. How to hire, train, and lead virtual assistants who become true extensions of your business. You’ll learn how to streamline operations, delegate confidently, and scale your construction company without burning out.

If you’re ready to stop doing everything yourself and start building a business that runs smoothly — even when you’re not on-site — you’re in the right place.

👉 Learn How I Built My Virtual Assistant Team

The Caffeinated Contractor Podcast

Real Conversations. Real Solutions.

Every episode, I sit down with industry leaders and entrepreneurs to talk about what’s really working in the trades — from hiring virtual assistants for contractors to generating organic leads through SEO and building systems that scale.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform.

Free Resource – The VA Hiring Checklist

Stop Wasting Time Doing Everything Yourself

If you’ve ever wondered how to find, hire, and train your first virtual assistant — this checklist walks you through the exact process I used to build my remote team.

✅ Step-by-step guide to finding qualified VAs
✅ Proven onboarding system
✅ Training and delegation framework

📥 Download your free checklist and start building your team today.

My Trusted Partners

Tools & Platforms I Actually Use Every Day

I only recommend what I use in my own business:

  • VPM Solutions – Hire trained virtual team members to support your construction business.
  • Carrot – Build an SEO-optimized contractor website that generates consistent leads.

About Chris Tighe

From Navy Leadership to Contractor Freedom

I’m Chris Tighe — founder of The Caffeinated Contractor and Elevation Construction. My mission is to help contractors lead better, systemize their businesses, and create more time freedom.

After years of 80-hour weeks, I discovered how to run my business through structure, systems, and an amazing remote team — and now I’m sharing those lessons with you.

☕ Join me on this journey to build a business that runs on systems, not stress.

📖 Learn More About Chris

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Why invest in virtual assistants in your contracting business?

Free Yourself From Admin Work So You Can Focus on Growth: As the business owner, your highest value isn’t spent scheduling appointments, chasing invoices, or updating project photos — it’s spent building relationships, closing deals, and leading your team.
A skilled remote team can handle the back-office work so you can focus on the tasks that drive revenue.

Reduce Overhead Without Sacrificing Quality: Hiring remote professionals from other countries gives you access to highly skilled, English-speaking talent at a fraction of U.S. labor costs. You can add estimators, admin assistants, or project coordinators for the cost of one local hire — allowing you to scale your team and systems affordably while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Build Systems That Make Your Business Scalable: When you delegate tasks to a remote team, you’re forced to document your processes and create repeatable systems. Those systems become the backbone of a scalable company.
Remote teams aren’t just about saving money; they’re about building structure, accountability, and freedom into your business.

Get started by filling out the form below below; we’ll reach out to you in one business day. We look forward to serving you and your business needs!

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Or Give Us A Call Now At 832.353.1491