Mike Phillips

Director/Project Director

Mike brings a wealth of expertise in both management and technical aspects to his role at Videre Group. With significant experience in Client, Consultant and Contractor side project delivery roles; he holds trade & tertiary qualifications and was previously a licensed builder.  His diverse experience spans various sectors such as Health, Government, Education, Laboratory/Research, Sport & Recreation, Retail, Commercial, Industrial, and Residential. Mike’s strength lies in his excellent communication skills, client-centric approach, and proven track record in business and people management, enabling him to effectively deliver projects and motivate teams across all stages of development. Proficient in contract administration, he ensures clear directives and processes are consistently applied for his clients. Mike’s expertise covers a range of delivery models including Open Book Construction Management, Novated Design & Construct, Guaranteed Maximum Price, Fix Price, and Managing Contractor Contracts. His construction background proves invaluable in addressing program and build-ability challenges. Furthermore, his meticulous attention to detail and analytical thinking, honed through overseeing testing, modelling simulations, pricing models, market research, cost-benefit analyses, and building code adjustments in NZ, enables him to adeptly manage technical consultants and critically evaluate proposals to achieve optimal business and built-form solutions for clients.