Horst Construction has announced that Kenneth J. Fetterolf has been appointed President, effective June 29, 2026. Ken succeeds Harry F. Scheid, II, who will transition to an advisory role as CEO for Horst Construction Group after nearly 40 years of service.
Left: Harry F. Scheid II; Right: Kenneth J. Fetterolf
Harry started his career at Horst in 1987, working his way through various roles within the organization before being named President of Horst Construction in 2007. In the following eighteen years, Harry’s leadership and vision drove the success of Horst’s operations and solidified their presence in the commercial construction market throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Throughout his tenure, Harry led initiatives to expand the company’s footprint, defined key processes integral to the company’s success, and developed a culture built on trust and grit.
Kenneth is not new to Horst Construction, serving as the Vice President of Operations since 2009. This familiarity and years of working alongside Harry brings a clarity and confidence to the transition. Ken has worked in the construction industry in various capacities for over 30 years and brings this experience and expertise to his new role as President. Ken looks forward to building upon Horst’s strong foundation and leading the team into its next chapter.
About Horst Construction
Horst Construction is a 130-year-old commercial construction company headquartered in Lancaster, PA, serving clients throughout Central Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic region. Known for building lasting relationships alongside lasting structures, Horst Construction brings expertise, integrity, and a client-first approach to every project.
