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PPC management built for profit, not spend.

Vancouver SEO Agency (VSA) runs Google Ads with a tracking-first foundation, a weekly optimisation cadence, and clear deliverables — so you can scale lead flow or ecommerce revenue with confidence.

Prefer a baseline first? Start with a Google Ads audit. Need measurement? GA4 + GTM tracking setup.

What “good PPC management” actually means

Not just “more clicks”. We focus on qualified demand, clean measurement, and repeatable optimisations you can rely on month after month.

Waste down, intent up

We tighten match types, rebuild negatives, and map search intent to offers so budget stops leaking into “research clicks”.

  • Query mining + negative keyword cadence
  • Geo precision and schedule control
  • Placement exclusions (Display / YouTube where relevant)

Tracking-first optimisation

If conversions aren’t trustworthy, bidding becomes guesswork. We validate your measurement and fix the gaps.

  • GA4 + GTM conversion setup support
  • Call tracking and lead-quality signals
  • Enhanced conversions (where applicable)

Scale with governance

When spend grows, complexity grows. We build a system that keeps performance stable while you scale.

  • Bid strategy management & testing
  • Asset and creative iteration loop
  • Monthly reporting + planning rhythm

Channels we manage under PPC

We build the mix around your intent, margins, and sales cycle — then standardise the optimisation cadence across the account.

Shopping & Merchant Center

Feed quality, product segmentation, and Merchant Center governance — built to protect approval status and profitability.

Related: Shopping ads · Merchant Center

YouTube & Demand Gen

Prospecting + remarketing with creative iteration and placement controls. Great for building demand above search.

Related: YouTube ads · Demand Gen

Display & remarketing

Remarketing that’s measured properly — with placement audits and brand safety baked in.

Related: Display ads · Remarketing

Local Services Ads (LSA)

For eligible service businesses: setup, optimisation, and lead-quality dispute processes.

Related: LSA management · Lead disputes

Our PPC operating system

Built for teams that want a clear cadence: diagnose → prioritise → test → scale. (And yes — we keep it understandable.)

Roadmap steps Tap a step for details
  1. 1 Measurement foundationGoals, conversion integrity, attribution basics
  2. 2 Account cleanup + structureIntent mapping, negatives, segmentation
  3. 3 Bid + budget strategySmart bidding, caps, pacing, priorities
  4. 4 Creative + landing loopAds, assets, offer angles, message match
  5. 5 Weekly optimisation cadenceQuery mining, tests, refinements
  6. 6 Reporting + planningClear deliverables + next-step roadmap

1) Measurement foundation

We align PPC tracking with what matters: qualified leads, revenue, and sales-cycle signals — not vanity conversions.

  • Confirm conversion actions, attribution, and lead-quality signals.
  • GA4 + GTM alignment (and fixes via tracking setup if needed).
  • Call tracking strategy for service businesses (call tracking).

2) Account cleanup + structure

Before scaling, we remove friction: messy structure, conflicting targeting, and query leakage.

  • Intent-based structure across campaigns and ad groups.
  • Negative keyword management cadence (negatives).
  • Waste cleanup options via account cleanup.

3) Bid + budget strategy

We set guardrails, pacing, and experimentation rules so optimisation is consistent (even when spend changes).

  • Smart bidding and bid strategy management (bid strategy).
  • Budget allocation across core offers, geos, and lifecycle stages.
  • Testing via experiments (vs. random changes).

4) Creative + landing loop

Performance is a system: ads + assets + landing experience. We keep message-match tight and iterate based on data.

5) Weekly optimisation cadence

Weekly iterations keep momentum: we mine queries, trim waste, improve assets, and run controlled tests.

  • Search terms + negatives and match-type hygiene.
  • Placement checks and brand safety controls (placements).
  • Bid strategy tuning + budget pacing.

6) Reporting + planning

Clear deliverables. Monthly reporting. Optional join-ins for team syncs when needed (kept below the fold so it stays signal, not noise).

  • Monthly report + call; quarterly planning on Scale plans.
  • Lead-quality feedback loop guidance (recommended on Scale).
  • Google Ads certified (9/9 certifications) available if you need it for vendor vetting.

PPC management pricing

Monthly base + % of ad spend. Pick the tier that matches your spend and the level of governance you need.

Quick Wins
Foundation

Reliable lead flow

Best for smaller budgets that need structure, discipline, and weekly optimisation to reduce waste.

$1,250/mo + 10% ad spend (up to $10k/mo spend)
  • Weekly optimisation loop (queries, negatives, pacing)
  • Core structure + match-type hygiene
  • Monthly asset refresh + RSA improvements
  • Monthly reporting + call
  • Min term: 3 months

Example total: $10k spend → $2,250/mo management fee.

Best for teams
Scale

Governed growth

For higher spend and multi-stakeholder teams: tighter governance, lead-quality loop support, and planning.

$4,500/mo + 15% ad spend (up to $60k/mo spend)
  • Everything in Growth
  • Lead-quality system guidance (recommended)
  • Weekly call + quarterly planning
  • More aggressive experiment velocity
  • Min term: 6 months

Example totals: $40k → $10,500/mo · $60k → $13,500/mo

Timeline and what we need from you

Most accounts see measurable momentum within the first 30–45 days once measurement and structure are clean.

Typical timeline

  • Week 1: tracking validation, goal alignment, waste diagnosis, quick wins.
  • Weeks 2–3: restructure / targeting fixes, negatives cadence, initial tests.
  • Weeks 4–6: bidding refinements, creative iteration, scaling winners.
  • Ongoing: weekly optimisation + monthly reporting and a clear test roadmap.

If tracking needs work, we’ll recommend Conversion Tracking Setup (GA4 + GTM).

What we need from you

  • Access to Google Ads + GA4 (and GTM if used).
  • Clarity on your best offers, margins, and service areas.
  • Landing page URLs (and any conversion actions you care about).
  • Lead-quality feedback: “good lead / bad lead” is enough to start.
  • Creative assets if you want Demand Gen / YouTube included.

Want the measurement layer dialled in? Explore SEO conversion tracking & lead attribution for full-funnel clarity.

VSA vs. typical alternatives

Pick the operating model that matches your growth stage — and your tolerance for guesswork.

Comparison Scroll horizontally on mobile
Criteria VSA PPC Management Freelancer In-house only
Cadence
How often optimisation happens
Weekly optimisation Often monthly, varies Can be weekly, depends on workload
Measurement discipline
Tracking-first mindset
Tracking validation + fixes Sometimes limited Strong if the team is specialised
Waste reduction
Negatives, intent, placements
Systemised hygiene Depends on experience Strong, but can be resource constrained
Governance
Planning, testing, guardrails
Experiments + reporting Often ad hoc Strong, but slower iteration in larger orgs
Conflict protection (Tier 2+) Yes Uncommon N/A

Note: The right model depends on your internal capacity, speed needs, and how clean your measurement is today.

PPC management FAQs

Short answers, straight to the point — so you can decide quickly.

How do your PPC management fees work?
Our PPC retainers are a monthly base + a percentage of ad spend (with tier spend caps). This aligns incentives: protect efficiency first, then scale what’s working. Pricing details are above in the pricing section.
Do you require conversion tracking before starting?
We strongly recommend it. If tracking is incomplete or unreliable, we’ll flag it in week one and recommend a fix path. If needed, we can implement Conversion Tracking Setup (GA4 + GTM).
How often do you optimise accounts?
Weekly optimisation is the default cadence (not “monthly maintenance”). It’s how we keep waste under control and ensure tests compound over time.
Can you help reduce wasted spend quickly?
Yes. Query mining + negatives, match-type hygiene, geo/schedule controls, and placement audits are often immediate wins. For cleanup-first engagements, see Google Ads waste reduction & account cleanup.
Do you handle remarketing and brand safety?
Yes — when those channels are in scope. We also offer focused services like placement audits & brand safety and remarketing services.
What if I want a senior team to join stakeholder syncs?
Available when needed (kept optional so the plan stays lean). For most teams, our reporting cadence + calls cover what’s needed — and we join syncs for launches, pivots, or stakeholder alignment.

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