Prepares preliminary and schematic drawings and ready-to-bid construction specifications, including interior and exterior layouts and landscaping details. Reviews plans and specifications of architects, builders, and engineers working on state-funded construction projects. Checks for completeness, accuracy, suitability, cost, economy, maintenance, construction details, and compliance with state and federal laws. Prepares reports, cost estimates, sketches, designs, details, and bid documents as requested by agency/institution. Develops preliminary drawings and outline specifications to solicit proposals from the private sector for remodeling of leased space to be used by state agencies. Develops space allocation studies to determine specific needs of state agencies needing to relocate, add space, delete space, or more efficiently use existing space. Develops schematic floor plans for state agencies to satisfy needs established by space allocation studies. Discusses job requirements, floor plans, specifications, and bids with project coordinator and supervises construction and inspects for final project approval. Evaluates manufacturers products for use on state-funded building projects according to set standards and ensures bid compliance. Assists agencies in the selection of an architect or engineer by verifying funding, job requirements, cost estimates, contract requirements, advertisements, fee schedules, and contract review. Performs other duties as assigned.