Jacqueline Stephenson BA(Hons) Arch MArch

Integrated Design & Development, Engineering & Project Delivery | Turning Concept into Deliverable Outcomes

Southampton, England, United Kingdom

About

I am passionate about architecture and design and approach my work holistically. My aim is to achieve excellence by leading architects, designers, technical consultants and operational stakeholders through the multi-layered design process and guiding the development to achieve a functional, usable and aesthetic composition. In my view, with the environmental challenges the world is facing, the architecture and design sector needs to respond not only with environment friendly concepts but also to address the future challenges of rising water levels, extreme weather conditions, over-population and possible future diseases. The change is in motion and with supportive technology such as AI we will be able to deliver responsible architecture. This transformation requires leaders who consistently look for the better and in my vision I will be part of it. Albert Einstein said: “The only source of knowledge is experience.” and with more than 23 years experience across industries such as residential, education, health sector, automotive, leisure, hospitality and shipbuilding I have collated a sound knowledge and am an expert in my field. Whether it’s working on projects from the first idea to the final completion or being thrown into the deep end I will prosper with the challenge. “...Jacqueline was extremely dedicated to her role ... She arrived at a busy time and from the start she immersed herself into the project and the company, enquiring and making positive connections with internal stakeholders and external consultants …" “...Jacqueline run with the concept, tactfully steering our consultants to deliver suitable design work throughout each stage, diligently checking complex designs and coordinating across multiple disciplines to ultimately ensure high quality design packages were delivered on time. …” “...Jacqueline worked across the corporate structure adapting her behaviour and presentation styles accordingly…” “…Thanks to her superb strategically reasoning and analytical expertise, even in difficult situations, she unfailingly found feasible ideas and solutions. …” “…Jacqueline employed a practiced and co-operative style of leadership and was able to motivate her co-workers and inspired them to perform well in the pursuit of goals. ..through her decisive style of leadership ... she achieved an outstanding increase in efficiency…” “… She is able to understand complex problems, grasps what is essential and quickly finds solutions. We observed her to be taking the initiative in matters and work in a very committed manner. …”

Experience

  • Design Architect & Project Manager at JaSt.Me.UK
    Oct 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Property and Development Manager at MDL Marinas Ltd
    Jul 2022 - Jul 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Architectural Engineer at JaSt.me.uk
    Nov 2018 - Jun 2022 · 3 yrs 8 mos

    Architectural Services

  • Senior Interior Architect at Carnival UK (P&O Cruises & Cunard)
    Feb 2021 - Aug 2021 · 7 mos

    Return to Service projects Cunard, design reviews and valued engineering Queen Anne.

  • Senior Interior Architect Newbuild & Hotel Refit at Carnival UK (P&O Cruises & Cunard)
    Jun 2019 - Jul 2020 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Responsible for the Design Management, I was the interface of internal and external stakeholders. Giving design directions to architects and consultants, advising stakeholders on complex issues during the design development phase. Reviewing specs, drawings and costs, guiding the valued engineering process, working within tide timelines.