Safety Coordinator – Design and Execution Phases (CSP / CSE) - Varese, Italy

WSP in Italia; Ispra; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Wellbeing benefits

Healthcare coverage

Professional registration support

Transport/mobility support

Hybrid working arrangements

Learning and development

Job summary

WSP in Italia is seeking an experienced Safety Coordinator to support civil construction projects in the Varese area. The role focuses on ensuring correct application of health and safety rules from design through execution on site, regularly visiting client sites in Varese province.

The CSP/CSE coordination involves design and execution phases under D.Lgs. 81/2008, with close collaboration with client teams, contractors and Works Management to integrate safety into planning and execution.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture or equivalent.
• Qualified Safety Coordinator (CSP / CSE) under art. 98 of D.Lgs. 81/2008, with up‑to‑date refresher training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safety on temporary and mobile construction sites.
• Prepare and update PSC, Fascicolo dell'Opera and safety cost estimates.
• Coordinate contractors and self-employed workers on site.
• Verify Operational Safety Plans (POS) align with PSC and apply safe-working procedures.
• Perform site inspections and generate safety reports with corrective actions.

Skills

Safety coordination

Regulatory compliance

Contractor coordination

Documentation management

English/Italian communication

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Safety Coordinator CSP/CSE

Tools

PSC

POS

Safety documentation software

Job description

Varese, Italia | Onsite 100% | Full-time

Building a sustainable future, together.

At WSP, we design the future of our communities. As one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, we bring together expertise across transport and infrastructure, buildings, energy, environment, water and advisory. Across Central Europe, we combine local knowledge with international reach to deliver projects that create a positive, lasting impact for clients, communities and the environment. We are growing our team with a Safety Coordinator to support construction projects in the Varese area, helping ensure that health and safety requirements are met from the design phase through to execution on site.

The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Safety Coordinator (CSP / CSE) to join our [TEAM / BUSINESS AREA] in Varese. In this role, you will ensure the correct application of health and safety legislation on temporary and mobile construction sites under D.Lgs. 81/2008, preventing risks for workers during the design and execution of works. You will be regularly present at our client’s site in the province of Varese.

You will work closely with the Resource Leader, the Client and Works Manager, Works Management, contractors and self-employed workers, contributing to the safe delivery of civil construction projects, including new builds, renovations and building services and systems installations. The exact scope of the role can be adapted depending on the successful candidate’s experience, seniority and technical background.

How you will make an impact

Your work will support the safe delivery of temporary and mobile construction sites, helping us deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients and communities.

• Safety coordination (CSP / CSE): Act as Safety Coordinator in the design phase (CSP) and/or execution phase (CSE) under Title IV of D.Lgs. 81/2008, taking ownership of the correct application of health and safety rules and coordinating all parties involved.
• Safety documentation: Prepare and update the Safety and Coordination Plan (PSC), the Work File (Fascicolo dell'Opera) and the safety cost estimate, keeping all safety documentation up to date as the works progress.
• Contractor coordination and interference management: Coordinate contractors and self-employed workers on site, manage interferences between activities, lead coordination meetings with contractors and Works Management, and work with Works Management to integrate safety into the planning of activities.
• Verification and monitoring: Verify that contractors’ Operational Safety Plans (POS) are suitable and consistent with the PSC, check that safe working procedures and prevention and protection measures are applied, and monitor the implementation of PSC and POS requirements.
• Site inspections, reporting and escalation: Carry out periodic site inspections and prepare coordination minutes and safety reports, report non-compliances and risk situations to the Client and Works Manager with proposed corrective actions, and support the Client in communications with supervisory authorities when requested.

The team around you

You will be part of the Engineering Services team, working across civil construction projects, including new builds, renovations and building services and systems installations, and supported by WSP's wider technical and professional network.

The projects: Health and safety coordination on civil construction sites, from new builds to renovations and building services installations. The opportunity: Work with autonomy in complex site environments, coordinating all parties in the construction chain across different types of works.

What you will bring to the role

We focus on the essential qualifications, skills and experience needed for success, while welcoming different technical backgrounds and career paths.

• A degree in Engineering, Architecture or an equivalent technical qualification valid under D.Lgs. 81/2008, and the qualification to act as Safety Coordinator (CSP / CSE) under art. 98 of D.Lgs. 81/2008, with periodic refresher training up to date.
• At least 10 years of documented experience as Safety Coordinator in the Execution Phase (CSE) on temporary and mobile construction sites (civil works, new builds, renovations and/or building services and systems installations), including coordinating multiple contractors and managing site interferences.
• In-depth knowledge of D.Lgs. 81/2008 and its amendments, in particular Title IV (temporary and mobile construction sites), and of the technical standards applicable to construction sites, with the ability to analyse risks, plan prevention measures and operate in complex contexts and on different types of works.
• Confident use of Office tools and of software for drafting and managing safety documentation (PSC, POS, minutes and reports).
• Languages: fluent Italian and knowledge of English to liaise with English-speaking companies where required.

We are looking for someone with strong technical judgement who wants to keep growing through complex, meaningful projects. You will contribute expertise, share knowledge and help strengthen the quality of our work across multidisciplinary teams.

Life at WSP

When our people thrive, our projects thrive. At WSP, you will be supported to build your career, take on meaningful challenges and learn from talented professionals across a global network. We encourage flexibility, new ideas and growth.

in ways that reflect different career paths and ambitions.

Compensation and benefits

WSP is committed to pay transparency. The annual gross salary range for this position is €42,000 - €45,000. The final offer will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, qualifications and relevant expertise.

Local benefits

In addition to base salary, we offer a local benefits package designed to support wellbeing, flexibility and professional growth

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Meal vouchers and wellbeing benefits.
• Supplementary healthcare coverage.
• Professional registration support, where applicable.
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes.
• Public transport and mobility support.
• Access to additional welfare initiatives, corporate discounts and employee perks.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.

Our recruitment process

We see recruitment as a two-way conversation. Our process is designed to be transparent, collaborative and respectful of your time. While each hiring process is tailored to the position, it typically includes:

• Introductory conversation: A first conversation with Talent Acquisition to discuss your experience, motivations and expectations.
• Technical and team interview: A discussion with the hiring manager and relevant team members to explore your technical background and future contribution.
• Final conversation: A final discussion with business or unit leadership, where relevant, to review the scope of the role, team vision and potential impact.

Come as you are

We are building teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve. Your background, perspective and experience might be exactly what we need to move forward.

All applications will be treated with confidentiality and considered under equal opportunities principles.

Accessibility and adjustments

We want our recruitment process to be inclusive and accessible. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the process, please let us know so we can support you.