
Construction Management & General Contracting
Celebrating 70 Years of Construction Excellence!
Petra Construction Corporation, established in 1953, has earned an outstanding reputation as an industry leader, and is known for delivering high quality general contracting and construction management services to its clients, primarily in the private sector. Located in North Haven, Connecticut, Petra has successfully completed projects throughout New England in the commercial, educational, healthcare, telecommunications, religious, museum and custom residential markets. Our firm’s greatest strength is our staff of highly qualified construction professionals who work together to fulfill Petra’s mission: “…to provide high quality construction services in a manner that will compel our clients and design professionals to recommend our company to others.”

Services
Construction Management
During construction, Petra provides management of the overall construction process, quality control, cost control, and construction scheduling.
General Contracting
Petra’s ownership of equipment, purchasing power, and in-house tradespeople allow us to maintain a competitive advantage under the Design-Bid-Build project delivery method.
Design-Build
By combining design and construction, Petra performs the work under a single contract with the owner, promoting an interdisciplinary team approach from initial concept to completion.
Emergency Services
Petra mobilizes rapid response teams to support the immediate needs of our clients during times of disasters and emergencies.
Industry Portfolio
What our clients are saying
“The renovation project was completed in an extremely timely and professional manner, with very little disruption to our business. We especially appreciated the constant coordination and communication between Petra, the architect, sub-contractors, building management and ourselves.”
A.F. Drew Alden, Sr. VP for Investments, CFO, and CCO
The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
“I realize that for Petra, a project completed on time and within budget is the norm. For me, with over 47 years of experience at two universities and three schools, it is a remarkable exception.”
John Wilkinson, Owner’s Representative
Saint Thomas More Corporation
“For the past year and a half, I have watched as this house evolved from a gutted frame to a beautiful and livable family home. All of this was the responsibility of Petra Construction. I would not hesitate to recommend your company and efficient skilled crew to anyone seeking quality, integrity and dedication in any type of construction.”
Confidential Residential Client
