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Matthew McPheters

Waialua

Summary

Disciplined and mission-focused leader with a strong foundation in tactical operations, team management, and physical training, developed through service as a U.S. Army Infantry Officer. Selected from a highly competitive field to lead specialized units in high-stakes environments, demonstrating expertise in planning, coordination, and decision-making under pressure. Adept at training and motivating diverse teams to perform in physically and mentally demanding conditions. Certified Pilates instructor with a strong commitment to physical fitness, injury prevention, and resilience. Proven ability to lead in austere conditions, maintain situational awareness, and adapt quickly to evolving challenges. Brings a results-driven mindset, operational discipline, and team-first approach to complex, high-tempo missions.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pilates Instructor

The Den North Shore Fitness
10.2024 - Current
  • Designed and led dynamic group Pilates classes focused on core strength, flexibility, and injury prevention for clients of all fitness levels
  • Built strong client relationships through personalized attention and progress tracking, fostering a loyal community in a boutique studio environment
  • Integrated breathwork and functional movement principles into sessions to enhance overall wellness and align with The Den’s holistic, island-inspired ethos


Field Engineer

Hensel Phelps Construction Co.
05.2024 - 10.2024
  • Coordinated on-site construction activities, ensuring alignment with project specifications, safety standards, and Hensel Phelps' rigorous quality control protocols
  • Interpreted and implemented engineering plans, RFIs, and submittals, collaborating with project managers and subcontractors to resolve field issues efficiently
  • Utilized project management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, or Primavera P6) to track progress, manage documentation, and support timely project delivery

Deputy Director - Project Officer

U.S. Army III ARMORED CORPS
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Executed multiple visits for highly honored distinguished visitors (DV) and liaised with their teams to develop 24-hour itineraries, escorted DV’s to all engagements and accompanied them until visit was complete which improved relations with multiple important public figures
  • Managed and briefed community relations events to the CEO and staff to arrange participation thus increasing visibility on efforts that were in the company’s best interest to engage with

Tactical Operations Supervisor – Mortar Platoon

1st Armored Brigade Combat Team
02.2022 - 03.2023
  • Led 20-person cross-functional team, furthering U.S. Army readiness and increased interoperability between tank, infantry, indirect fire, and air assets in the event of a large-scale conflict
  • Coordinated with higher headquarters to develop new training plans for tank platoons and indirect fire assets; earned commendation from superiors for exceptional maintenance processes, team leadership and successful training execution
  • Selected for this leadership position out of 30+ other officers

Operations Supervisor - Infantry Platoon Leader

1st Armored Brigade Combat Team
10.2020 - 02.2022
  • Managed a team of 45 soldiers through multiple pre-deployment qualifications to include individual marksmanship, armored tank movements, and urban combat warfighting; managed inventory of 4 armored tanks, over 50 weapons ranging from M4 assault rifles to M240B machine guns
  • Deployed under Operations Allies Welcome, officer-in-charge paired with multiple Three-Letter agencies, earned the Armed Forces Service Medal for successfully aiding the relocation of over 3,000 Afghan Refugees across the United States
  • Coordinated the transportation of over $5M in highly sensitive weapons, communication equipment, and military assets from Fort Hood, TX to Camp Atterbury, IN allowing for continued contingency response

Tactical Operations Planning Officer

1st Armored Brigade Combat Team
06.2020 - 10.2020
  • Operated on a tactical planning team overseeing the execution of a 6-month operational planning process and logistical resourcing support to a 450-person battalion preparing for deployment to Europe
  • Coordinated 750,000 rounds of ammunition draws for 26 training events ranging from small unit training to battalion level qualification shoots, resulting in the entire battalion earning deployment qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY
West Point, NY
05-2019

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Team training
  • Operations management
  • Task delegation
  • Risk management
  • Safety oversight
  • Physical Fitness
  • Staff supervision
  • Operational planning
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Motivational leadership

Certification

  • Airborne Qualified
  • Air Assault Qualified
  • Certified Pilates Instructor


Timeline

Pilates Instructor

The Den North Shore Fitness
10.2024 - Current

Field Engineer

Hensel Phelps Construction Co.
05.2024 - 10.2024

Deputy Director - Project Officer

U.S. Army III ARMORED CORPS
03.2023 - 05.2024

Tactical Operations Supervisor – Mortar Platoon

1st Armored Brigade Combat Team
02.2022 - 03.2023

Operations Supervisor - Infantry Platoon Leader

1st Armored Brigade Combat Team
10.2020 - 02.2022

Tactical Operations Planning Officer

1st Armored Brigade Combat Team
06.2020 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY

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