Delivering on the Promise of Better Communities

We believe in centering our operations around delivering results for the people responsible for providing safe, functional and resilient community spaces. Gordian’s solutions enable our customers to budget, build and maintain the critical facilities and infrastructure the world relies on.

Our Story

Gordian has a proud tradition of innovation and has harnessed the collective power of our people, our insights and our technology to create the most compelling offerings available in the market.

1982

Harry H Mellon creates Job Order Contracting to simplify and expedite a time-consuming construction procurement process

1990

Harry H Mellon founded Gordian to help other organizations expedite project completion

2014

RSMeans joins Gordian, providing the most reliable and comprehensive construction cost database available

2015

Sightlines joins Gordian, providing facilities intelligence solutions that improve facilities planning and management

2017

4Clicks joins Gordian, providing comprehensive cost estimating and project management solutions

2018

Gordian joins Fortive, furthering our ability to provide connected workflows, real-time data and powerful analytics for our customers

2021

VFA and Kykloud solutions join Gordian’s best-in-class portfolio of assessment and capital planning solutions

2023

NSR Management joins Gordian to provide UK customers with more comprehensive cost data and procurement options

The Gordian Knot

The Gordian Knot is a legendary symbol for finding an unconventional solution to a seemingly impossible problem. Every day, Gordian’s customers face real planning, procurement and optimization challenges that require bold strategies and decisive action to solve. Taking inspiration from folklore, we apply our accurate insights, robust technology and comprehensive expertise to enable our customers’ success throughout the entire building lifecycle.

Commitment to Diversity

We believe valuing and respecting individually advances our effort to cultivate diversity. Our culture of synergy and creativity, strengthened by each person’s unique contribution, fosters the innovation that makes Gordian an industry pioneer.

Commitment to Giving Back

Gordian’s core values are more than words — they’re actions. Our team of Gordianites embodies a deep commitment to supporting one another, and that commitment extends to our local communities. Each year, all employee receive 16 hours of paid time off to volunteer or serve a cause close to their hearts.