First winner of DM Hall’s annual bursary scheme completes APC

A graduate surveyor at DM Hall has qualified as a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors after completing her Assessment of Professional Competence.

Morgan Smith, based in the firm’s Dunfermline office, completed the APC in two years after joining the business in 2023.

She was the first recipient of DM Hall’s bursary scheme in 2022, which was established in memory of former senior partner John Hamilton Young.

The qualification marks a key milestone in her career, with the APC designed to ensure candidates meet the professional standards required to become a chartered surveyor.

Smith is now focusing on Home Reports, with a particular interest in Energy Performance Certificates, while continuing to build client relationships.

She said: “I am just delighted to have completed the APC, which was challenging, but at the same time rewarding. As DM Hall has so many specialist departments, I was able to gain varied experiences which developed my overall understanding.

I found it interesting moving from the atmosphere of university to full-time work in a professional role with responsibilities and deadlines to meet. It was a learning curve, but one managed with a supportive team around me.

I have enjoyed getting out and about in the community, meeting new people, meeting clients and hearing their stories. Every day has been different, but it has always been fun and engaging.”