September 22, 2025
Alicia Heinsen, AIA, Honored Among NJBIZ Forty Under 40 Leaders
KSS is proud to share that Alicia Heinsen, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, has been recognized as a NJBiz Forty Under 40 honoree for her impactful contributions to the field of architecture and the New Jersey community at large.
“Alicia exemplifies professional excellence, leadership, and service in everything she does,” said Scot Murdoch, AIA, Partner at KSS Architects. “From shaping some of the most complex projects in our portfolio, including a $1.4 billion data center and more than 10 million square feet of logistics space, to mentoring emerging professionals and serving on the ACE Mentorship Board, her impact is felt across clients, colleagues, and the profession. Alicia is a trusted leader, a role model, and an innovator whose leadership continues to strengthen our firm and inspire the next generation of architects.”
Alicia is a trusted leader, a role model, and an innovator whose leadership continues to strengthen our firm and inspire the next generation of architects.
Scot Murdoch, Partner, KSS
Russo Development, Paramus Headquarters
Alicia is a standout leader in New Jersey’s architecture and construction industry. As a licensed architect in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, she plays a critical role in delivering complex, high-profile projects across the region, while also shaping the future of the profession through mentorship, sustainability, and operational excellence.
Over the past 17 years, Alicia has advanced within KSS, earning the trust of clients and colleagues alike. She leads large multidisciplinary teams and has driven major improvements to project delivery systems, QA/QC protocols, resource planning, and firm-wide financial performance. Her ability to balance the technical and human sides of the business sets her apart.
Through architecture, I’ve grown both personally and professionally while finding purpose in mentoring others and working to shape communities throughout New Jersey. The chance to contribute in these ways has been an incredibly fulfilling experience.
Alicia Heinsen, Principal, KSS Architects
“I’m honored to be named among NJBIZ’s Forty Under 40,” said Alicia Heinsen, AIA, LEED AP BD+C. “Through architecture, I’ve grown both personally and professionally while finding purpose in mentoring others and working to shape communities throughout New Jersey. The chance to contribute in these ways has been an incredibly fulfilling experience.”
Launched in 2006, the NJBIZ Forty Under 40 program recognizes professionals under the age of 40 who are making their mark on New Jersey’s business landscape. These trailblazers and changemakers are driving innovation, building strong communities, and setting the pace for the state’s economic future across a wide range of industries.
