Progress that protects what matters.

Since 2006, Pentacle has delivered infrastructure that advances cities without losing the ecosystems, cultures and communities that define them. Guided by the forward-looking leadership of the Government of Maharashtra on several landmark programmes, this ethos of change without change continues to shape how we work.

We’ve contributed to over 6,000 lane-km of mobility networks, 50+ lane-km of bridges, 20+ km of tunnels and 150 million sq. ft. of development across transport, water, property, urban planning and healthcare.

With capabilities spanning planning, design, programme management and digital innovation, we help build systems that move forward while staying true to their context as part of future-ready infrastructure solutions.

Leadership Team

Mahendra More

Founder & Chairman

With over 20 years of experience, Mahendra More leads Pentacle with a clear, forward-looking approach to infrastructure consulting. With a background in civil engineering and construction management, he brings a strong understanding of both technical delivery and market realities.
His leadership focuses on clarity, discipline and long-term value creation, guiding teams to perform consistently across complex projects. He works to strengthen existing systems while enabling meaningful progress.
An alumnus of the University of Oxford, he holds an MBA from the institution, along with a Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering from Sardar Patel College of Engineering, India.

Pallavi More

Promoter

Pallavi Mahendra More plays a key role in shaping strategic initiatives and business growth at Pentacle. With experience across operations, client relationships and team leadership, she brings a balanced approach to managing both business and execution.
Her work focuses on driving alignment across teams and strengthening delivery through structured planning and coordination. She combines business acumen with a practical understanding of project environments, contributing to consistent performance across engagements.
She holds a Certificate in Management from SP Jain Institute of Management & Research and a Master’s degree in Literature from the University of Pune.

Ganesh More

Non-Executive Director & Promoter

Ganesh More oversees project management initiatives with a focus on structural repairs and restoration across urban and industrial infrastructure. His experience spans key projects across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Thane.
He brings a hands-on approach to execution, with strong emphasis on coordination, quality and delivery discipline across complex assignments. He holds a B.Tech. in Civil Engineering from the University of Rajasthan.

Avadhut Kshirsagar

Managing Director

Avadhut Kshirsagar brings over 38 years of experience across core infrastructure sectors, overseeing project execution and business development. His expertise spans planning, cost and time control, procurement and tendering.
He focuses on ensuring disciplined delivery and continuity across large and complex infrastructure programmes.
He holds a Master’s degree in Financial Management from Mumbai University and a B.E. in Civil Engineering from the University of Pune.

Petros Bozatzis

Director – Pentacle (UK)

Petros Bozatzis leads Pentacle’s international operations, driving global business development and expansion across key markets. He brings extensive experience in strategy, acquisitions and cross-border growth.
Prior to Pentacle, he served as Ecosystem and Ventures Director for the UK and Ireland at Accenture, where he worked on large-scale strategic initiatives and partnerships.
His approach combines global perspective with structured execution, helping scale operations while maintaining alignment across regions. He holds an MBA from the University of Oxford.

Tejal Diggikar

Non-Executive Director

Tejal Diggikar leads innovation and technology initiatives at Pentacle, bringing a strategic approach shaped by international experience across Europe and global markets. Her work combines business insight, digital transformation and collaborative execution to support organisational growth.
Prior to Pentacle, she worked with ARYSTA LifeScience in Paris, managing marketing, business excellence and digital initiatives for European markets. She has also worked with Ernst & Young on risk assessment, internal audits and process evaluation projects for leading telecom clients.
She holds a Master’s degree in Management, specialising in International Business, from IE Business School, Spain and a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering from VJTI, Mumbai.

Manoj Barve

Independent Director

Manoj Barve, a Chartered Accountant brings over 30 years of international experience across finance, strategy and cross-border business development. His work focuses on building strategic partnerships between Indian and European organisations.
He has held leadership roles across global organisations including Alfa Laval, ThyssenKrupp, Hydro Aluminium, Eaton, PwC Germany and J. McDermott Inc., with experience across Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
His expertise lies in enabling market expansion, joint ventures and talent integration across international markets.

Rajendra Phaterpekar

Independent Director

Rajendra Phaterpekar brings over 40 years of experience in civil engineering and project management across infrastructure, sewerage and water supply systems. With a Masters Degree in Public Health Engineering, he has held senior roles at the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, contributing to major public infrastructure projects.
His work includes large-scale sewerage systems, pumping stations and water distribution networks, along with continued involvement in redevelopment and infrastructure consultancy.
He brings deep technical expertise and strong project coordination capabilities to complex urban infrastructure programmes.

Tanuja Bandivadekar

Independent Director

Dr. Tanuja Pradeep Bandivadekar is a distinguished Structural Engineer with over 35 years of consulting, research, and industry experience. A Ph.D. from IIT Bombay, she brings exceptional expertise in structural design, seismic
engineering, proof checking, structural rehabilitation, and high-rise building design. As Principal Structural Consultant, she provides strategic technical leadership for complex residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects, ensuring engineering excellence, safety, and regulatory compliance. Her extensive experience, combined with her academic leadership and industry recognition, enables her to deliver innovative, resilient, and sustainable structural solutions for landmark developments across India and internationally.

Gaurang Shah

Independent Director

CA Gaurang Shah is a distinguished Chartered Accountant and Registered Valuer with over a decade of expertise in business valuation, transaction advisory, and financial consulting. As Co-founder of VGRS & Associates, he has successfully led more than 500 valuation assignments across diverse sectors. His core expertise includes business valuations, mergers & acquisitions, financial instruments, regulatory valuations, insolvency matters, and strategic transaction advisory.
A Certified Valuation Analyst (NACVA, USA), Mr. Shah is a recognized thought leader, having delivered professional seminars, authored technical publications, and served on key valuation and insolvency committees of ICAI. He provides strategic financial insights that support informed investment and business decisions.

Dipika Somani

Company Secretary

CS Dipika Somani is a qualified Company Secretary with over 6 years of experience in corporate governance, legal compliance, and secretarial advisory. She possesses extensive expertise in Companies Act compliances, ROC filings, corporate restructuring, board governance, regulatory documentation, and statutory reporting. Having managed complex corporate transactions, including company incorporations, buybacks, mergers, and regulatory approvals, she provides strategic guidance that ensures robust governance and full regulatory compliance. With a strong foundation in corporate law and stakeholder management, Ms. Somani plays a key role in delivering compliant, transparent, and efficient corporate solutions for organizations across diverse industries

Nikhil Gupta

Chief Financial Officer

Nikhil K. Gupta is a distinguished Chartered Accountant and strategic finance leader with over 20 years of experience in corporate finance, treasury, fundraising, mergers & acquisitions, taxation, and financial governance. As Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Pentacle Consultants, he leads the organization’s financial strategy, capital planning, and governance for large-scale infrastructure and digital transformation initiatives. Throughout his career, Nikhil has successfully executed ₹800+ crore in fundraising and debt structuring, managed $40 million in forex exposure, and driven significant profitability improvements through strategic financial planning. His expertise in corporate governance, investor relations, regulatory compliance,andbusiness transformation enables Pentacle to achieve sustainable growth, financial resilience, and long-term value creation.

Senior Management Team

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Ethics & Ways of Working

How we work and what guides our decisions.

Pentacle’s culture is shaped by leadership, accountability and the realities of delivering complex infrastructure. Our values are reflected in how decisions are made on site, in design rooms and across long project lifecycles.

Responsibility

Every project decision considers long-term impact before short-term gain. We prioritise safety, compliance and environmental responsibility, even when timelines and complexity create pressure.

Clarity

We believe good outcomes come from clear thinking. Roles, accountability and intent are defined early, helping teams move forward with confidence and reducing uncertainty across stakeholders.

Collaborative

Infrastructure succeeds when teams work as one system. We collaborate closely with clients, consultants, contractors and authorities to align objectives, resolve challenges early and maintain momentum through execution.

Integrity

Ethical conduct underpins every engagement. We act transparently, honour commitments and maintain professional independence across planning, advisory and delivery roles.

Foresight

Our work looks past handover. By anticipating operational, environmental and community impacts, we help create infrastructure that performs reliably long after construction ends.