Project Manager

Posted:
5/18/2026, 6:31:16 AM

Location(s):
San José, San Jose Province, Costa Rica ⋅ San Jose Province, Costa Rica

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Growth & Marketing

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Who We Are

VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

Sobre WPP 

WPP es el socio de crecimiento de confianza para las marcas líderes del mundo. Unimos inteligencia de medios de vanguardia y soluciones de datos, creatividad de clase mundial, producción de próxima generación, soluciones empresariales transformadoras y asesoramiento estratégico experto en una única empresa, impulsada por talento excepcional y nuestra plataforma de marketing agencial, WPP Open, para ayudar a nuestros clientes a navegar el cambio, capturar oportunidades y generar un crecimiento transformador. Para más información, visite WPP.com. 

Who we are looking for: 

VML, part of WPP,  is seeking a Project Manager for our Costa Rica office. We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented professional who can independently manage small to medium-sized digital projects across the full lifecycle — from initiation to completion. The Project Manager understands project scope, timelines, and budgets, and takes ownership of delivering quality work while maintaining strong client and team relationships. 

A key differentiator for this role is hands-on CRM experience. The ideal candidate brings working knowledge of CRM platforms and campaign delivery processes, enabling them to effectively collaborate with CRM strategy, data, and technology teams to drive seamless execution of customer engagement programs. 

 

What you'll do: 

Work | Deliver projects that are on time, on budget, and aligned to client objectives. Manage digital projects including websites, campaigns, CRM programs, and app development. Identify dependencies, flag risks early, and proactively address issues to maintain smooth execution. 

People | Guide project team members by providing clear direction on objectives, timelines, and responsibilities. Mentor Associate Project Managers by sharing best practices and supporting their professional growth. Foster collaborative and productive team environments. 

Process | Develop and execute detailed project plans ensuring clear scope, milestones, and resource allocation. Ensure compliance with agency processes and maintain accurate documentation in Confluence. Apply the appropriate methodology — Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid — based on project needs. 

Financials | Track and manage project budgets, ensuring delivery within financial constraints. Monitor resource allocation and escalate budget risks as needed. Support estimation and scoping efforts in partnership with senior leads. 

CRM | Leverage CRM knowledge to manage and support customer engagement programs end-to-end. Understand CRM platform workflows, campaign structures, and data requirements to translate business needs into actionable project plans. Collaborate closely with CRM strategists, data analysts, and technology teams to ensure timely and quality delivery. 

 

Who you are: 

A Collaborator | Build strong relationships with clients and cross-functional teams, fostering open communication and shared accountability across departments and locations. 

Organized & Detail-Oriented | Maintain sharp attention to detail in planning, documentation, scope management, and execution — nothing falls through the cracks. 

A Problem Solver | Proactively identify project challenges and work with your team to develop practical, effective solutions. Escalate complex issues when needed, with a clear point of view. 

A Strong Communicator | Comfortable facilitating meetings, delivering project updates, and managing stakeholder expectations at multiple levels — from team members to clients. 

CRM-Savvy | Familiar with CRM platforms, campaign delivery workflows, and customer lifecycle concepts. Able to bridge the gap between business/marketing goals and technical execution timelines. 

 

What you'll need: 

  • 3–5 years of experience managing digital projects in a professional environment — agency or consulting preferred. 
  • Hands-on CRM experience, including familiarity with platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, Adobe Campaign, Braze, or similar, and an understanding of CRM campaign delivery processes. 
  • Experience with project management tools: Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, Confluence, MS Project, MS Teams / Slack. 
  • Proficiency in adapting Agile and Waterfall methodologies to project needs. 
  • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, timelines, resources, and cross-functional teams. 
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and risk mitigation skills. 
  • Exposure to agency financial and reporting systems is a plus. 
  • CAPM, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or Prince2 Foundation/Practitioner certifications are beneficial. 

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We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. 

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