Meet our Team of Professionals
Tom started with Hencken & Gaines in the summer of 1982. After graduating from Washington College in Chestertown in 1986, Tom began work at Hencken & Gaines full time starting as an Assistant Superintendent then working through the office as a Project Manager, Estimator, and Vice President. Tom took over full responsibility of the firm in 1997 when he succeeded Victor E. Hencken III as President. Beyond the day to day management responsibilities of the firm, Tom is extremely involved with providing pre-construction services on many of the firms projects. In addition to being President of Hencken & Gaines, Tom is the CEO of solargaines, a renewable energy company. Tom is a current Trustee of the Boys’ Latin School of Maryland and is a former board member of the Baltimore Building Congress and Exchange. Tom and his wife Alden live in Roland Park and have three children Carson, Ellie and Evan.
Sally Costello has spent her professional career working on urban planning and real estate development projects. A graduate of George Washington University’s Graduate School of Business, Sally obtained a Masters Degree in Urban and Regional Planning. Sally’s broad industry experience includes working on a variety of project types with complex financing structures including public-private partnerships, adaptive re-use, historic renovations, and tax credit syndication. As the Director of Business Development & Pre-Construction Services, Sally brings this knowledge to Hencken & Gaines to help facilitate business opportunities in the ever-changing landscape of the commercial building industry. During Sally’s “down-time,” she can be seen exercising at the gym so she can keep up with her husband David and their four children, Sam, Thomas, Grace and Jack. Sally and her family live in the Roland Park neighborhood in Baltimore City.
Jill is the glue that has held our operations together for 26 years. If you need something done right away, call Jill. When she’s not managing the office work flow, Jill lives and cruises the Chesapeake Bay on her 53’ Hatteras “Remark IV” with her Cockapoo dog, Maggie, and her husband, Captain John. Her favorite past time, however, is hanging out with her daughter, Kari.
Mike has been a construction professional for 35 years and has been a project manager with Hencken & Gaines since 1994. Mike has managed a diverse range of projects including adaptive re-use, industrial, office, restaurants and multi-family. When not managing complex operations, Mike enjoys spending time with his family and his beautiful granddaughter. In the spring you can find Mike touring the countryside in his MG with the top down and his bride by his side.
Charles Grebe is a seasoned construction professional with roots in the electrical trade. He has been a master electrician since 1977 and an electrical foreman and superintendent for over 27 years. Charles came to Hencken & Gaines in 1995 and has worked as both a construction superintendent and project manager managing large and complex commercial construction projects. Charles and his wife enjoy spending time with their three children and five grandchildren.
Bruce is a seasoned construction professional having served in nearly every capacity from laborer to chief operating officer. He brings his experience and practical knowledge to every project. His thorough preparation of estimates allows for a smooth transition from pre-construction to operations. He is well respected by his peers, having served as President of the Baltimore Building Congress & Exchange. In his off hours you can find him on the golf course, visiting his son in Boston or his daughter in North Carolina.
Chris started with Hencken & Gaines in 1986 as a superintendent and helped manage some of our toughest projects. He served as a general superintendent and then became a project manager in 1992. Chris enjoys discovering the latest technology gadgets and using his laptop to simplify daily tasks. His proudest achievements are his three children: his two sons are graduates of Drexel University and his daughter is currently attending York College in Pennsylvania.
Brandy joined Hencken & Gaines in 2007 as our receptionist. Since then, Brandy has taken on many rolls including assisting Bill Yonker and lending a hand wherever needed. Brandy is always willing to “roll up her sleeves” and tackle any project. She enjoys soccer, crafts, camping and working with her husband on home remodeling projects.
Marcy joined the Hencken & Gaines family in 2005 as our controller and brought 27 years of accounting experience. Marcy takes great pride in handling our company’s day-to-day accounting. She spends most of her time with her husband, daughter and son. As long as the sun is shining, you’ll catch her sporting around with the top down in her convertible.
Doug is another one of our seasoned superintendents. Hencken & Gaines was fortunate to have Doug join our team when Nottingham Construction was sold. Prior to Hencken & Gaines, Doug spent 14 years with Nottingham and 15 years with Porter Brothers. He has built everything from parking garages to medical office buildings. In his spare time, Doug enjoys crabbing and fishing.
John came to us five years ago as a superintendent with vast experience in the construction field and a keen attention to detail. During this time, he has completed numerous difficult projects and always exceeded customers’ expectations. As if he doesn’t stay active enough on the job, he is even busier at home with his boys’ sporting events, working out, and spending time with his wife.
Bill’s 17 years as a superintendent with Hencken & Gaines has given him the opportunity to work on a variety of projects. His “jack of all trades” ability makes him a nice fit for the types of projects we work on. Bill shares his time away from the job with his wife and family.
Joe is a seasoned superintendent with over 27 years experience. Joe has been on all sides of the business from running jobs nationwide to managing facilities and construction for a former locally-owned bank. Joe has demonstrated a wide range of skills, including his ability to bake killer cheesecakes.
Lawrence has over 37 years in the business. Prior to starting with Hencken & Gaines in 2005 Lawrence spent 18 years with Porter Brothers and 10 years with Mackenzie Contracting. He is excellent at communicating, executing, and delivering a complicated project. While away from work, Lawrence enjoys spending time with his grandson and restoring hot rods.
“Smitty” is our no-nonsense seasoned superintendent and has been with Hencken & Gaines for 32 years. He has supervised just about every type of project. Smitty is a quiet guy, but he knows how to get things done. Off the job site, he enjoys being an entrepreneur on Ebay.
Gordie has over 32 years of construction experience and has been a superintendent with Hencken & Gaines for over 19 years. You can put him on any project and get the job done right. Gordie knows how to work in an occupied environment and keep people happy, take for instance his recent two-year renovation of WBAL in Baltimore. Outside of work, Gordie likes to fish and hunt and never misses the Superbowl.
Arthur has been with Hencken & Gaines for 20 years. Arthur helps the superintendents on a daily basis by managing the flow of people and materials on and off the projects. Arthur gives his time to his church and spends time with his family.
David is one of our very talented carpenters. He has worked on a multitude of projects over the past 12 years and does an outstanding job. When not working, he is busy taking care of his wife and four girls. He enjoys working on his home and spending time with family.
Henry has been a master carpenter for more years then most of us can count. When it comes to creative problem solving Henry is the King. Away from the job, Henry can be found with his wife rooting for the Ravens at the local watering hole.
“Fonz,” as we call him, has been a seasoned carpenter with Hencken & Gaines for 28 years and can always be counted on. Fonz’s favorite past time is, believe it or not, working! He never seems to run out of energy except when you put a fishing rod in his hand – the only time he can sit back and relax.
Al is a carpenter and has been with Hencken & Gaines since 2003. Al is meticulous and conscientious, and has brought his talent to a wide variety of projects over the past eight years. Al enjoys spending his off time with his wife, Brigid.