Liz Cowen
About Liz Cowen
Liz Cowen is a Paralegal and Licensing Manager at Swinerton in Portland, Oregon, with over 15 years of experience in the construction industry. She has strong information technology skills that support her work in document preparation and contract review.
Work at Swinerton
Liz Cowen has been employed at Swinerton as a Paralegal/Licensing Manager since 2023. In this role, she utilizes her strong information technology skills for document preparation and contract review and drafting. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Project Engineer at Swinerton from 2022 to 2023 and as a Project Coordinator from 2020 to 2022. Her tenure at Swinerton spans nearly three years, during which she has developed a comprehensive understanding of the company's operations in Portland, Oregon.
Education and Expertise
Liz Cowen earned an Associate's degree in Paralegal studies from Clark College, completing her education from 2000 to 2002. Her academic background supports her current role in legal documentation and contract management. Additionally, she possesses expertise in CAD-based programs, which are essential for construction project planning and execution. Her diverse skill set includes subcontractor management and proficiency in Microsoft Suites, enhancing her effectiveness in project coordination and management.
Background in Construction Industry
With over 15 years of experience in the construction industry, Liz Cowen has built a solid foundation in project engineering and management. Her career includes various roles that have contributed to her extensive knowledge of construction processes. Prior to her time at Swinerton, she worked as an Estimating Coordinator/Office Manager at Goodfellow Bros. from 2013 to 2020, and as a Construction Administrator at Langley Investment Properties from 2010 to 2013. She also served as an Administrator at Pacific Lifestyle Homes from 2007 to 2010.
Professional Experience Timeline
Liz Cowen's professional experience includes a series of roles that reflect her growth in the construction sector. She began her career as an Administrator at Pacific Lifestyle Homes from 2007 to 2010, followed by her position as Construction Administrator at Langley Investment Properties from 2010 to 2013. She then transitioned to Goodfellow Bros. as an Estimating Coordinator/Office Manager from 2013 to 2020. After that, she held roles as Project Coordinator and Project Engineer at Swinerton before becoming the Paralegal/Licensing Manager in 2023.