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Mike Petka

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Vice President of Operations at Bancroft Construction
📍 Greater Philadelphia, United States

Mike Petka is the incoming President & CEO of Bancroft Construction, a role he will assume after 25 years with the company. A University of Delaware civil engineering graduate, he has progressed through roles like Project Engineer, VP of Preconstruction, and VP of Operations, overseeing major regional projects.

He is actively involved in the construction industry, serving on the Executive Board of the Delaware Contractors Association and advising the University of Delawares College of Civil Engineering. A 1996 article mentions he won an award for catching the largest smallmouth bass in the state the previous year.

He has led numerous significant builds, including for Longwood Gardens and ChristianaCare.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Vice President of Operations
Job Level
Senior
Location
Greater Philadelphia, United States
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Construction Leadership
With a 25-year tenure culminating in his appointment as President & CEO, he has deep expertise in operational leadership, preconstruction, and project management.
Industry Advancement
He serves on the Executive Board of the Delaware Contractors Association and as an advisor to the University of Delaware's College of Civil Engineering.
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Career

Work history

1-2023
Vice President of Operations
Bancroft Construction
1-2017 - 12-2022
Vice President Preconstruction
Bancroft Construction
9-2015 - 12-2022
Project Executive
Bancroft Construction
Project Engineer
Washington Group International (now part of URS Corporation)
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Media appearances

Bancroft Construction Announces Vice President of Operations – Mike Petka. Featured in DSCC (Design‑Build Supply Chain Council)
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People on the Move: Mike Petka promoted to Vice President of Operations at Bancroft Construction. Featured in Delaware Business Times
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Education
1990 - 1995
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc)
University of Delaware
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