Jansons Property, one of the leading businesses in the Thames Valley and South East, has hired Charlie Blackburn as a graduate development surveyor.

Mr Blackburn, who already holds a BSC degree from the University of Leeds, is set to complete his Masters in Real Estate later this year.

Mr Blackburn said: “The chance to be involved with a company like Jansons is unique.

“It’s a privilege to be immersed in the development process from start to finish, and with such a close-knit business I know I’ll have the chance to contribute to some really exciting projects.”

Mr Blackburn, who has been on building sites since he was 14, comes from a family history of real estate.

“The thing that appeals to me most is seeing a project from the first spade in the ground, to the final property ready for use,” he said.

“The current Wycombe Works development project is the perfect example.

“I’m excited to see it through from beginning to end.”

Jansons has successfully sourced and developed 50 projects, with a combined gross development value of more than £850 million.

This amounts to more than 1 million square feet of commercial space and more than 1,500 beds, making it one of the most prominent businesses in the area.