Michael St. Philip
Sevierville,TN
Summary
Strategic, results-oriented construction executive with 25+ years of leadership across residential, commercial, and government sectors. Proven expertise in large-scale project management, operational leadership, construction finance, and team development. Recognized for delivering multi-million dollar projects on time and within budget while fostering strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring regulatory compliance. Adept at scaling operations, optimizing cross-functional collaboration, and driving quality from design through closeout.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Construction Project Manager
Holtz Builders, Inc.
Sevierville, TN
11.2023 - Current
- Leading ground-up construction of a 10-building, 312-unit apartment complex ($76M).
- Oversee 2 superintendents, 10 laborers, and 50+ subcontractors daily.
- Develop project scope, manage RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs; negotiate vendor pricing.
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and inspectors to ensure compliance and resolve technical challenges.
- Conduct process audits and ensure adherence to schedule, quality, and cost goals.
Senior Program Manager
SOS Construction Services
Franklin, TN
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Directed simultaneous construction and renovation projects across retail, restaurant, and C-store sectors.
- Managed over 60 direct reports and 50 subcontractors.
- Created and executed scopes of work, budgets, and cost estimates.
- Oversaw submittals, project schedules, and stakeholder coordination across multiple markets.
Senior Construction/Project Manager - Southeast Region
OLM Food Solutions
Sioux Falls, SD
06.2013 - 09.2022
- Managed 10-15 commercial kitchen construction projects monthly across military, healthcare, and higher education.
- Supervised regional teams and field managers; oversaw contractor negotiation and compliance.
- Delivered turnkey solutions from design through completion with budget accountability up to $1.5M per site.
Owner / Construction Manager
All American Services
Sevierville, TN
07.2006 - 06.2013
- Founded and led a residential and commercial general contracting firm.
- Managed design, permitting, subcontractors, and client relations for high-end remodeling projects.
- Oversaw daily operations including estimating, procurement, and site inspections.
Construction Analyst (Disaster Recovery)
Small Business Administration
Gulf Coast Region
09.2005 - 06.2006
- Performed over 1,600 commercial and residential inspections following Hurricane Katrina and Wilma.
- Assessed damage, created rebuild estimates (up to $6M), and managed compliance documentation.
Operations / General Manager
Palace Truck Stop & Casino
New Orleans, LA
07.1996 - 09.2005
- Oversaw $25M annual operations across five departments and 120 employees.
- Improved revenue by 25%, reduced losses, and streamlined safety and security operations.
- Directed capital projects and renovations including restaurants and C-stores.
Water Department Manager (Contract)
Professional Services Group
Belle Chasse, LA
01.1989 - 06.1996
- Managed operations for 26,000 service accounts and 6 water treatment facilities.
- Administered DEQ and EPA compliance, budget oversight, and installation of $3.8M metering system.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LASkills
- Construction Operations Management
- Residential Development
- Commercial Development
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Multi-Site Program Oversight
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Vendor/Subcontractor Negotiation
- Quality Assurance & Safety Compliance
- Permitting
- Codes & Inspections
- MS Project
- Bluebeam
- Procore
- ZOHO
- Xactimate
Certification
OSHA 10 Certified
Timeline
Senior Construction Project Manager
Holtz Builders, Inc.
11.2023 - Current
Senior Program Manager
SOS Construction Services
11.2022 - 11.2023
Senior Construction/Project Manager - Southeast Region
OLM Food Solutions
06.2013 - 09.2022
Owner / Construction Manager
All American Services
07.2006 - 06.2013
Construction Analyst (Disaster Recovery)
Small Business Administration
09.2005 - 06.2006
Operations / General Manager
Palace Truck Stop & Casino
07.1996 - 09.2005
Water Department Manager (Contract)
Professional Services Group
01.1989 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
University of New Orleans