Gregory Matters
Peshtigo,WI
Summary
Dynamic construction management professional with extensive experience at Fincantieri Marinette Marine. Proven track record in crew supervision and project reporting, enhancing efficiency and safety oversight. Adept at fostering client relationships and training teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards while delivering high-quality results. Strong communicator with a commitment to excellence.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Fincantieri Marinette Marine
05.2022 - 12.2025
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Fincantieri Marinette Marine
01.2013 - 05.2022
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
- Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Journeyman Outfitter
Fincantieri Marinette Marine
05.1998 - 01.2013
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Engineman 2nd Class
US Navy
02.1983 - 12.1995
- Performed daily log updates and generated reports for supervisors.
- Completed frequent inspections, identified concerns and corrected problems independently.
- Performed or participated in emergency drills as required.
- Oversaw scheduled and corrective maintenance of engines, transmissions and auxiliary systems.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
GED -
Lafayette High School
Buffalo, NY11.2021
Skills
- Construction management
- Customer service
- Crew supervision
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Project reporting
- Safety oversight
Timeline
Foreman
Fincantieri Marinette Marine
05.2022 - 12.2025
Journeyman Pipefitter
Fincantieri Marinette Marine
01.2013 - 05.2022
Journeyman Outfitter
Fincantieri Marinette Marine
05.1998 - 01.2013
Engineman 2nd Class
US Navy
02.1983 - 12.1995
GED -
Lafayette High School