Alicia Mc Kenzie
About Alicia Mc Kenzie
Alicia McKenzie is a Technical Designer and BIM Manager with expertise in themed and cultural entertainment, retail, hospitality, and residential projects. She is currently employed at Gensler in Tampa, Florida, and actively pursues architectural licensure and LEED AP certification.
Work at Gensler
Alicia Mc Kenzie has been employed at Gensler as a Technical Designer and BIM Manager since 2021. In this role, she focuses on integrating Building Information Modeling (BIM) into design processes, enhancing project efficiency and collaboration. Her work involves managing technical aspects of design and ensuring that projects meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. She continues to contribute to various projects in Tampa, Florida, leveraging her expertise in themed and cultural entertainment, retail, hospitality, and residential/mixed-use developments.
Education and Expertise
Alicia Mc Kenzie holds a Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) from the Illinois Institute of Technology, where she studied from 2010 to 2015. Additionally, she participated in a Study Abroad Program at University College Dublin in 2014, which lasted for 11 months. She has completed her Intern Development Program (IDP) hours and is currently pursuing architectural licensure. Alicia also plans to obtain LEED AP certification, reflecting her commitment to sustainable architectural practices.
Background in Architectural Design
Alicia Mc Kenzie has a diverse background in architectural design, having worked in various capacities across multiple firms. She served as an Architectural Designer at VOA, now Stantec, for 8 months in 2015-2016. Following this, she worked at Stantec as a Design Coordinator and BIM Coordinator from 2016 to 2020, where she spent 4 years in Orlando, Florida. Prior to her current role at Gensler, she was a Senior Project Coordinator at StudioPlus for one year in Tampa, Florida, from 2020 to 2021.
Interests in Urban Improvement
Alicia Mc Kenzie has a strong interest in enhancing urban environments through architectural theory and design. She focuses on sustainable practices that contribute to the improvement of community spaces. Her expertise in themed and cultural entertainment, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use projects aligns with her goal of creating functional and aesthetically pleasing urban areas.
Aerial Arts Practice and Teaching
In addition to her professional work in architecture, Alicia Mc Kenzie practices and teaches aerial arts in her spare time. This involvement reflects her commitment to physical fitness and artistic expression, showcasing her diverse interests beyond the architectural field.