John M. Hanson, Principal
jhanson@hansonfinebuilding.com
John is the founding principal of Hanson Fine Building and is primarily responsible for the company’s business development and financial management. He ensures that issues are sufficiently addressed at the early stages of a project to create a seamless hand-off to the production staff. He also monitors projects in production to ensure that our clients’ expectations about their project’s scope, budget, and schedule are properly aligned. John received his Bachelors in American Studies and a certificate in Historic Preservation from the University of Pennsylvania. He served on the board of the Greater Philadelphia Preservation Alliance from 2014-24 and was the recipient of the 2024 Rhoda and Permar Richards award for service to the Alliance. John was elected as a member of the Carpenter’s Company of Philadelphia in 2010. He has three children and lives with his wife in University City. In a former life he was an avid Ultimate player and won the World Club Ultimate Championship in 1989.

Christopher M. Hanson, Principal
chanson@hansonfinebuilding.com
Chris acts as Principal in Charge of many of our large projects and is our resident Sustainability specialist. He works with our clients, architects, Hanson Fine Building project managers and trade contractors to ensure that every job is estimated and executed in accordance to its design and specifications. After earning his Bachelors in American Studies from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Chris obtained a Master’s Degree in Education from the University of Pennsylvania. He is a LEED accredited professional through the US Green Building Council, and a PHIUS Certified Builder through the Passive House Institute US. In August 2018, Chris joined the Lower Merion Historical Architectural Review Board. He also sits on the boards of the Lower Merion Affordable Housing Corporation and the Lower Merion Conservancy. He lives with his wife and two children in Gladwyne, PA. He has been observed sneaking out of the office early to satisfy his passion for fly fishing.

Kevin J. Davey, Director of Preconstruction Services
kdavey@hansonfinebuilding.com
Kevin joined Hanson Fine Building in 2017 after spending six years working in architecture. As Director of Preconstruction Services, he enjoys helping clients and design teams turn early ideas into thoughtful, buildable projects. He works closely with architects, designers, trade partners, and HFB’s construction team to develop realistic budgets, clarify scope, and work through the details and challenges of a project before construction begins. His background in architecture gives him a natural appreciation for good design as well as the practical side of bringing it to life. Kevin earned a Bachelor of Architecture from Florida Atlantic University in 2011. Outside of work, he and his wife, Jill, share a love of travel, camping, and exploring new places. Their dogs, Blue and Brie, are usually along for the adventure and are also familiar faces around the HFB office.

Martin Hickman, Director of Production
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Martin joined Hanson as a Construction Superintendent in 2020, after subcontracting for the company, primarily on window and door restoration projects, from 2012-2019. Martin graduated from the Preservation Carpentry Program at Boston’s North Bennet Street School in 2011 and is experienced in restoring and replicating exterior architectural woodwork. Martin’s craft knowledge and commitment to the ‘beginner’s mind’ enhances his project leadership, while his past as a subcontractor dictates his management style. Outside of work, Martin has interests ranging from outdoor excursions, art, and music to fine dining, philosophy, and film. He also prioritizes spending time with his young son Jack.

Christine Cookish, Controller
ccookish@hansonfinebuilding.com
Christine has managed Hanson’s office operations since 2014, minus a pause for maternity leave. A former kindergarten teacher, she later pivoted to the preservation world and worked as a conservation technician and historic site manager. Christine keeps our financial, HR, computer, and insurance administration in order – and doing so with unlimited patience and organization. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Smith College and a Certificate in Historic Preservation and Conservation from Bucks County Community College. Outside of work, Christine enjoys applying her attention to detail and problem-solving skills to sewing and home improvement projects.

Victor Brubaker, Project Manager
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Victor joined the Hanson team in 2022 to provide on-site construction management. Formerly the owner-operator of a residential construction firm, Victor understands how to effectively lead building projects, from managing subcontractors to ensuring every detail is executed to precision. Experience over his 20-year construction career includes both historic renovations and sustainable projects, making him a natural fit to oversee similar Hanson scopes. Victor began his career in architecture school, then detoured to a lengthy tenure in the restaurant industry before shifting to construction. Creative pursuits, such as printmaking and metal sculpture, have marked his free time, along with traveling and eating around the world and technical mountain climbing. Victor’s hobbies have taken him to summits in Peru, Bolivia, and the Ladakh region of northwest India. When he’s not on a job site, you can find Victor hiking with his Shepherd rescue mix, Doc.

Luke Bruckner, Project Manager
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Luke Bruckner joined Hanson Fine Building as a Project Manager in 2026. He works closely with clients, architects, subcontractors, and HFB’s field teams to coordinate the many moving parts of a project and keep construction progressing smoothly. Luke brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to his work and enjoys the problem-solving that comes with complex residential renovations. Outside of work, Luke enjoys playing basketball and spending time with family and friends.

Kevin Nixon, Project Engineer
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Kevin joined Hanson Fine Building as a Project Engineer in late 2025, supporting project teams through coordination, documentation, and field engagement across all phases of construction. He is responsible for submittals, RFIs, closeout documentation, warranties, punch lists, and communication with clients, architects, and trade partners, helping maintain continuity between the office and the field. Drawn to Hanson’s commitment to sustainability and thoughtful building, Kevin brings a systems-oriented approach to problem-solving and values clear communication and long-term stewardship. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his partner and their dog, traveling, and taking road trips in their vintage camper van.

Sam Amber, Lead Carpenter
samber@hansonfinebuilding.com
Sam gained a diverse construction background, beginning as a teen working for his uncle’s carpentry business. Despite earning a B.A. in Literature and Poetry from Marlboro College, Sam always enjoyed working with his hands. After college, he worked with a timber framing company and a residential general contractor in his home state of Vermont and with a conservation and decorative painting practice doing institutional projects along the East Coast. Sam holds himself to a high standard, never accepting a mistake that isn’t remedied or a problem he won’t try to solve. Colleagues joke that there’s no task on a job site that Sam doesn’t enjoy; in fact, he willingly steps up to do careful craftsmanship or general labor with equal enthusiasm and attention to detail. Sam also enjoys taking pictures to document as spaces transition from old to new or from rough framing to finished home. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, skateboarding, exploring Philadelphia, and spending time with his partner and pets.

Christina Mackenzie, Office and Accounts Payable Administrator
cmackenzie@hansonfinebuilding.com
Christina joined Hanson in 2021 to provide administrative support. Her organization and poise under pressure lend calmness and efficiency to office operations. She also offers a unique perspective on environmental responsibility. Christina holds B.A. and M.A. degrees in psychology with specialization in animal behavior from West Chester University and worked for over a decade as a zoologist for large and small mammals. In her free time, she enjoys hiking with her husband and rescue Golden Retriever Finn.