RE: 270 or 308?
The .308 and the .30-06 are very similar in their performance on game. The .270 Win is an outstanding cartridge for long range shooting, but not as good as your Big 7.
I'd get a .260 Rem. Kind of a cross between the .308 and the .270 ballistically, so to speak. Doesn't kick much, either.
Good Dogwork and Good Hunting