HOUSTON--IHI E&C has taken a 12-year lease for 158,050 square feet at West Memorial Place II. IHI E&C will be the first tenant in the 385,000-square-foot, 14-story building developed by Skanska.

IHI E&C, a wholly owned subsidiary of IHI Corp., will occupy space on floors three through eight of the new facility, beginning in January 2017.

“IHI E&C has grown significantly in recent years and expanded its Houston presence,” said Glyn Rodgers, IHI E&C president, in a release. “This dynamic, energy-efficient new space and prominent location on Memorial Drive will give our growing company flexibility for growth and superb visibility. Its location adjacent to green space and Terry Hershey Park and its world-class features reflect our commitment to our employees. We very much look forward to calling West Memorial Place our home for years to come.”